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FLUX.1 Kontext [max] Latest

FLUX.1 Kontext [max] (May 2025) is not the newest FLUX model: FLUX 3 came out October 2026. FLUX.1 Kontext [max] stays available at the same price — here is how they differ.

Released
May 2025
Newest FLUX
No
FLUX 3 is newer
From
$0.0695/image
Image
Below official
up to 13%
prices verified October 18, 2026
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Runs on your balance at the price on the button; failed runs are refunded. Results are saved to your account.

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Timeline

FLUX release timeline

Every FLUX version on CheaperGen. The whole family: FLUX Latest.

  1. October 2026FLUX 3 Image KleinThe open-weights FLUX 3 — 16-step images in seconds, from a fraction of a cent
  2. October 2026FLUX 3Black Forest Labs' newest image model — grounded, layout-aware, up to 4K
  3. August 2026FLUX 3 VideoFLUX goes video — 5–20 s clips with synced audio
  4. January 2026FLUX.2 [klein] 4BThe fastest FLUX.2 — open weights, sub-second, a fraction of a cent
  5. December 2025FLUX.2 [max]The highest-quality FLUX.2 for hero images
  6. November 2025FLUX.2 [flex]FLUX.2 with adjustable steps and guidance — best for text and fine detail
  7. November 2025FLUX.2 [pro]Black Forest Labs' production image model — photoreal, fast, up to 4 MP
  8. May 2025FLUX.1 Kontext [max]Kontext with stronger prompt following and typography
  9. May 2025FLUX.1 Kontext [pro]Instruction-based image editing that keeps characters consistent (legacy)

What changed

What FLUX 3 adds over FLUX.1 Kontext [max]

  • Lower price: $0.0317/image vs $0.0695/image at 1K (54% less).
  • Higher maximum resolution: 4K vs 1K.
  • Edits with up to 10 input images (vs 4).
  • More aspect ratios: 15 vs 9.
  • Newer model (released October 1, 2026).
FLUX 3 and FLUX.1 Kontext [max] side by side
FLUX 3FLUX.1 Kontext [max]
ReleasedOctober 2026May 2025
Sizes1K, 1.5K, 2K, 4K1K
Edit inputsUp to 10Up to 4
From$0.0317/image$0.0695/image

Updates

Latest FLUX.1 Kontext [max] updates on CheaperGen

Price changes, new options and notices, newest first. Every model: changelog.

No changes since FLUX.1 Kontext [max] launched on CheaperGen (May 2025): same prices and options. Official prices were last verified October 18, 2026.

Monthly plans lower prices on most models; you can still pay as you go. From $0.0681/image on Pro ($499/month), $0.0666/image on Max ($4,999/month).

Current FLUX.1 Kontext [max] prices Live status

Newer FLUX versions: FLUX 3, FLUX 3 Image Klein, FLUX.2 [max], FLUX.2 [pro], FLUX.2 [flex] and FLUX.2 [klein] 4B.

FAQ

FLUX.1 Kontext [max]: latest questions

FLUX 3, released in October 2026. FLUX.1 Kontext [max] came out in May 2025. The FLUX Latest page tracks every version.

May 2025.

FLUX 3, FLUX 3 Image Klein, FLUX.2 [max], FLUX.2 [pro], FLUX.2 [flex] and FLUX.2 [klein] 4B are newer. FLUX.1 Kontext [max] stays available at the same price; More aspect ratios: 9 vs 7.

Yes, in the Studio and the API. Live checks every 5 minutes are on the [FLUX.1 Kontext [max] API status](/models/bfl/flux-kontext-max/status) page.

FLUX.1 Kontext [max] is developed by Black Forest Labs. CheaperGen provides API access and does not own the model. Trademarks belong to their respective owners.