I’ve tried some Apple Intelligence features built into Mac apps like Pages, but not any image generators yet (although I’ve read some articles with examples).
And I’ve noticed the importance of prompt engineering tools; support for long, complex queries; and privacy policies re training AI on your content. T&C.
This Cnet article highlights some popular AI Image Generators.
• Cnet > “Best AI Image Generators of 2025” by Katelyn Chedraoui (1-4-2025) – No AI image generator is perfect.
(quote)
CNET reviewers have spent months reviewing every program on this list, generating hundreds of images and creating everything from cartoon safaris to dramatic sci-fi scenes and photorealistic stock imagery. At some point during our testing, every service on this list spat out a wonky or unusable image – no AI image generator is perfect. The test of a truly superior AI image generator is how well-equipped it is to handle those quirks and fix flaws. Editing tools and customization options are a big part of that, which is why we test those extensively. Privacy policies, including how generators potentially train on your content, are also important considerations when selecting the best services.
TOP PICKS
Best overall AI image generator
• Dall-E 3 (OpenAI account subscription for $20 / month)
Best free AI image generator
• Leonardo AI (Leonardo AI free account)
Leonardo offers a free tier that includes a daily quota of tokens. These can be used for your creative projects within our platform. This free offering doesn’t come with an expiry date, so you can use it for as long as you like.
Our paid subscriptions come with extra benefits: an increased token allowance, faster image generation, and access to premium features. To find out more about our subscription plans, click the “Upgrade” button at the top left of the page.
Best AI image generator for professionals
• Adobe Firefly (Adobe Creative Cloud subscription account)
Best basic AI image generator for beginners
• Canva (Canva free account or annual subscription)
