Midjourney subscription plans - explained! / Choose a plan for Midjourney Basic vs Standard vs Pro

KATE CREATE
9 Mar 202307:03

TLDRIn this video, Kade explains Midjourney's subscription plans, highlighting the differences between Basic, Standard, and Pro. The Basic plan offers 3.3 hours of fast GPU time per month, suitable for limited commercial use. The Standard and Pro plans provide unlimited prompts and relaxed GPU time, ideal for heavy users. Pro Plan also includes stealth mode for privacy. The video guides viewers on choosing the right plan based on their needs and usage.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Midjourney offers three subscription plans: Basic, Standard, and Pro.
  • 🎨 Midjourney provides only 25 free images, after which a subscription is required.
  • 💰 The Basic plan costs $8 per month if paid annually, or $10 per month if paid monthly.
  • 🔋 Basic plan includes 3.3 hours of fast GPU time per month with no relaxed GPU time.
  • 🚀 Fast GPU time allows for immediate image generation with the highest priority.
  • 🕒 Relaxed GPU time places requests in a queue and generates images as GPUs become available.
  • 📷 With the Standard and Pro plans, users get unlimited prompts and images per month.
  • 🏢 For business or commercial use, a subscription is necessary as the free trial is non-commercial.
  • 🔄 Users can switch between fast and relaxed modes using specific comments.
  • 👀 The Pro plan includes stealth mode, which hides images from being visible on the Midjourney website.
  • ⏱️ Relax mode can take up to 10 minutes to generate an image, with wait times varying based on usage.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of the video transcript?

    -The main topic of the video transcript is an explanation of the subscription plans for Midjourney, a service that provides image generation.

  • How many free images does Midjourney offer before requiring a subscription?

    -Midjourney offers 25 free images before requiring users to purchase a subscription.

  • What are the three subscription plans mentioned in the transcript?

    -The three subscription plans mentioned are Basic, Standard, and Pro.

  • What is the monthly cost of the Basic plan if paid annually?

    -The Basic plan costs eight dollars per month if paid annually.

  • What is the difference between the subscription plans in terms of GPU time?

    -The difference between the subscription plans is the amount of Fast GPU time and Relax GPU time offered per month.

  • What does 'General conversion terms' mean for the subscription plans?

    -With 'General conversion terms,' users can use the art generated by Midjourney for commercial purposes, unlike the free trial which is limited to non-commercial use.

  • What does it mean by 'Fast GPU time' and 'Relax GPU time'?

    -'Fast GPU time' refers to the instant processing of image prompts with the highest priority, while 'Relax GPU time' means the requests are queued and processed as GPUs become available, which requires waiting.

  • How many images can one generate with the Basic plan's Fast GPU time?

    -With the Basic plan's Fast GPU time, one can generate approximately 200 images before running out of GPU time for that month.

  • What is the advantage of the Standard and Pro plans over the Basic plan?

    -The Standard and Pro plans offer unlimited prompts and images per month, with additional Relax GPU time, allowing for more image generation without waiting for the next month.

  • What is the purpose of the 'Stealth mode' in the Pro plan?

    -The 'Stealth mode' in the Pro plan is a feature that prevents your images from being visible to others on the Midjourney website, offering privacy for your generated images.

  • How can users switch between Fast and Relax modes for image generation?

    -Users can switch between Fast and Relax modes by using the 'fast' or 'relaxed' comments when submitting their image generation requests.

  • What is the recommendation for users who need to generate many images or prompts?

    -For users who need to generate many images or prompts, the Standard or Pro plans are recommended due to their unlimited image generation capabilities.

Outlines

00:00

📈 Subscription Plans Overview for Majority AI

In this paragraph, Kade introduces the Majority AI platform, emphasizing its appeal and the need for a subscription plan beyond the initial 25 free images. The platform offers three subscription tiers: Basic, Standard, and Pro, each with varying levels of GPU time allocation. The paragraph clarifies that the Basic plan costs $8 per month when billed annually, but $10 per month if billed monthly. It also introduces the concept of 'fast' and 'relaxed' GPU time, explaining that fast mode prioritizes image generation, while relaxed mode queues the request for processing when GPU resources become available. The paragraph concludes by highlighting the importance of understanding one's needs before choosing a plan, as the Basic plan may suffice for simple tasks like logo creation, but more extensive image generation would require the Standard or Pro plans.

05:00

🔍 Deep Dive into Majority AI's Subscription Features

This paragraph delves deeper into Majority AI's subscription features, focusing on the differences between the plans in terms of GPU time and usage rights. It explains that the Basic plan allows for General conversion terms, suitable for commercial use, unlike the free trial which is limited to non-commercial use. The paragraph also discusses the practical implications of the 'relaxed' mode, which can lead to longer wait times but still guarantees image generation. Additionally, it mentions the ability to switch between fast and relaxed modes, depending on the available GPU time and the user's immediate needs. The Pro Plan is distinguished by its 'stealth mode,' which hides images from public view on the Majority AI website, although it does not prevent visibility on public channels. The paragraph concludes by encouraging viewers to understand the plans thoroughly and make an informed decision based on their specific requirements.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Midjourney

Midjourney is the name of the service being discussed in the video. It is a platform that uses powerful GPUs to generate images based on prompts. The term 'Midjourney' is central to the video's theme as it is the subject of the subscription plans being explained. For example, the script mentions that Midjourney offers '25 free images' and then requires a subscription for further use.

💡Subscription Plans

Subscription plans refer to the different tiers of service offered by Midjourney for a recurring fee. These plans are the main focus of the video, as they determine the amount of GPU time a user receives for generating images. The script outlines three plans: Basic, Standard, and Pro, each with varying benefits and costs.

💡GPU Time

GPU Time stands for 'Graphics Processing Unit Time' and is a measure of the processing power allocated to users for generating images on Midjourney. It is a key concept in the video because it dictates how many images a user can create within a given period. The script explains that the Basic plan offers '3.3 hours per month of fast GPU time', while the Standard and Pro plans offer additional relaxed GPU time.

💡Fast GPU Time

Fast GPU Time is a feature of the subscription plans that allows for immediate processing of image generation requests with the highest priority. It is mentioned in the script as a distinguishing factor between the Basic plan and the more advanced plans, which also include relaxed GPU time.

💡Relaxed GPU Time

Relaxed GPU Time, also referred to as 'relax mode' in the script, is a feature where image generation requests are queued and processed as GPU resources become available. This concept is important as it offers an alternative to fast GPU time, allowing for unlimited image generation but with potential waiting times.

💡Usage Rights

Usage rights define the terms under which the generated images can be used. The script specifies that with a free trial, the usage is 'non-commercial', meaning the images cannot be used for business purposes. In contrast, paid plans offer 'General conversion terms', allowing for broader use.

💡Commercial Use

Commercial use refers to the application of generated images in business activities that generate revenue. The script emphasizes the need for a subscription plan if one intends to use the images for commercial purposes, as the free trial is restricted to non-commercial use.

💡Stealth Mode

Stealth mode is a feature exclusive to the Pro Plan that prevents generated images from being visible to others on the Midjourney website. This concept is relevant in the context of privacy and exclusivity for users who do not want their creations to be publicly accessible.

💡Image Generation

Image generation is the process of creating images based on user-provided prompts using Midjourney's GPU resources. The script discusses this as the primary function of the service, with the different subscription plans affecting the quantity and speed of image generation.

💡Priority

Priority in the context of the video refers to the order in which image generation requests are processed. The script mentions that 'fast mode' gives users the highest priority, allowing for immediate GPU processing, whereas 'relaxed mode' involves a wait as requests are queued.

💡Queue

A queue in this context is a line or sequence of image generation requests waiting to be processed in the relaxed GPU time mode. The script explains that users in the queue will have to wait for their images to be generated as GPU resources become free.

Highlights

Midjourney offers three subscription plans: Basic, Standard, and Pro.

The Basic plan costs $8 per month if paid annually or $10 per month.

Subscription plans include varying amounts of fast and relaxed GPU time per month.

Free trial users have non-commercial usage rights for generated images.

Paid plans offer General conversion terms for commercial use.

Fast GPU time allows for immediate image generation with high priority.

Relaxed GPU time places image requests in a queue for processing as resources become available.

The Basic plan includes 3.3 hours of fast GPU time per month with no relaxed GPU time.

Standard and Pro plans offer unlimited prompts and images per month.

Choosing a plan depends on the number of images and prompts needed per month.

The Basic plan is suitable for generating a few images, such as a business logo.

Standard and Pro plans are recommended for generating many images and prompts.

Relax mode can take up to 10 minutes to process an image.

Subscribers using relax mode occasionally may experience shorter wait times.

Users can switch between fast and relaxed modes for different image requests.

The Pro plan includes stealth mode to hide images from being visible on the Midjourney website.

Stealth mode only hides images on the Midjourney website, not in public channels or private servers.

To generate images privately, use direct messages or a private Discord server.