What Credits-First Pricing Actually Means (and What's Free)
Pay for AI when AI runs. Everything after the cutout — backgrounds, compositing, resizing — stays free.
What does credits-first pricing mean?
Nano Image shows a credit cost for each AI operation instead of describing every tool as unlimited. A credit is a billing unit, not one universal image: different models, resolutions, durations, and quality levels use different amounts. Browser-only formatting steps such as changing canvas size after a cutout can cost zero credits.
The live Pricing page is the source of truth for current plans, credit packs, access rights, and per-action costs. This guide explains how to read those numbers and was last checked against the product configuration on October 4, 2026.
What common actions cost
| Action | Credits | What the charge covers |
|---|---|---|
| 2K image generation | 3 | One standard image generation or remix pass |
| 4K image generation | 6 | One higher-resolution generation; paid output access required |
| Background removal | 3 | One transparent PNG cutout |
| Image cleanup | 1 / 3 / 6 | Quick / Standard / Best per run |
| 3D Camera Angle | 1 | One generated 2D viewpoint |
| Video Camera Controls | 6–54 | Varies by resolution and duration |
| Image or Text to 3D | 15–18 | One GLB model; varies by texture setting |
A two-step image effect makes two model calls and therefore costs twice the selected image-generation rate. A completed result uses the published credits even if you later decide not to keep it.
Which steps use zero credits?
After you already have a suitable image or cutout, these browser-based formatting steps do not call an AI model:
- Change Image Background — choose transparency, a solid color, or a gradient after cutout
- White Background Product Photo — center the cutout, add padding or shadow, and export
- Product Image Resizer — change canvas dimensions and use built-in marketplace or social presets
The AI operation that creates the cutout or edits image content still uses credits. Re-exporting an existing cutout with another canvas size or background does not.
Free, monthly plans, and top-up packs
| Option | Current price | Included credits |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 8 per month |
| Starter | $9.90 / month | 60 per month |
| Pro | $49.90 / month | 300 per month |
| 10 Credits top-up | $2.99 | 10 purchased credits |
| 50 Credits top-up | $9.99 | 50 purchased credits |
| 200 Credits top-up | $29.99 | 200 purchased credits |
Free and subscription allowances reset on their monthly schedule. Purchased top-up credits do not expire and cover a shortfall after included credits are used. Signup promotional credits are separate trial capacity and do not unlock paid output rights.
Credits and output rights are separate checks
Having enough credits pays for the model call, but the account type also determines which outputs and uses are available. Registered Free accounts currently receive watermark-free 2K output for personal evaluation. A Starter or Pro subscription, or remaining credits from a purchased top-up pack, unlocks 4K image output and commercial-use rights.
Video and 3D tools also require paid account access in addition to enough credits for the selected job. Promotional signup credits increase trial capacity but do not unlock 4K, commercial use, video, or 3D generation.
When should you choose a plan or a top-up pack?
| Option | Useful when | Remember |
|---|---|---|
| Free monthly allowance | You are evaluating the 2K personal-use workflow | It is limited and resets monthly |
| Starter or Pro | You expect recurring monthly use and want paid output rights | Included credits reset each billing cycle |
| One-time top-up | Your use is occasional or a monthly balance is not enough | Purchased credits do not expire while the balance remains |
Estimate the action you actually need before buying. For example, one camera-angle view costs 1 credit, while a three-view set uses 3 credits if all three runs complete. Extra attempts increase that total.
Check the action, access right, and total attempts
A useful budget has three parts: the credit cost shown for the action, the account rights needed for the output, and the number of attempts you expect to review. Use the live Pricing page rather than an old screenshot or article when making a purchase decision.