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Flux Dev

High-quality 28-step generation for detailed imagery

Architectural interior
Product macro shot
Artistic watercolor

About Flux Dev

Flux Dev is the quality-focused variant of the Flux family, using a 28-step generation process that produces noticeably sharper detail, more nuanced lighting, and better fine textures than its faster sibling Schnell. Running on fal.ai, it strikes the sweet spot between generation speed and output quality — each image typically arrives in 5–8 seconds. Flux Dev handles complex prompts with multiple subjects particularly well, maintaining spatial coherence and accurate rendering of details like hands, faces, and text. At 5 credits per image it offers a strong balance of quality and value for creators who need production-ready results without the premium price tag.

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Best For

  • 28-step generation for sharper detail
  • Excellent spatial coherence with complex prompts
  • Better fine textures and lighting than budget models
  • Good balance of speed (5–8 seconds) and quality
  • Reliable text rendering in images

Example Generations

See what Flux Dev can do. Try these prompts or write your own.

Portrait photography

Portrait photography

3:4

A portrait of a woman in a field of lavender at golden hour, soft bokeh background

Architectural interior

Architectural interior

16:9

An ancient library with towering bookshelves, dust motes in beams of light from arched windows

Product macro shot

Product macro shot

A steampunk pocket watch with exposed gears and glowing blue energy, macro photography

Artistic watercolor

Artistic watercolor

4:3

A watercolor painting of Venice canals with gondolas and terracotta buildings

Nature wildlife scene

Nature wildlife scene

16:9

A fox curled up sleeping in an autumn forest with golden leaves and soft morning mist

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Flux Dev compare to Flux Schnell?
Flux Dev uses a 28-step generation process (vs Schnell's optimized single pass) producing sharper details, better textures, and more nuanced lighting. Generation takes 5–8 seconds instead of 1–2 seconds, and costs 5 credits instead of 2. Choose Dev when quality matters more than speed.
What subjects does Flux Dev handle best?
Flux Dev excels at portraits, product photography, architectural scenes, and any prompt requiring fine detail. Its 28-step process captures subtle textures like fabric weave, skin detail, and material properties better than faster models.
Is Flux Dev good for commercial use?
Yes. Flux Dev produces high-quality results suitable for marketing materials, social media campaigns, website imagery, and print. All images generated with PicPresto are yours to use commercially.
Does Flux Dev support image sizes?
Flux Dev supports all standard aspect ratios (1:1, 3:4, 4:3, 9:16, 16:9) at its native resolution of approximately 1024px on the longest side.

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