Stability AI, the developer of the Stable Diffusion text-to-image model, has launched a new subscription plan targeting different business users. This service aims to balance transparency and revenue to support its research and development work. The new subscription plan allows commercial users to flexibly use Stability AI's text-to-image tools and maintain a leading position in the field of innovation. By adopting a subscription model, the company intends to establish a sustainable revenue model that enables continuous improvement and expansion of its products.

Stability AI offers three subscription plans to cater to different user needs.

• Plan 1: This plan is free and suitable for individuals and research purposes. It provides basic functionality and resources for users to understand AI and its applications in various fields.
• Plan 2: This plan costs $20 per month and is suitable for professionals and small businesses. It offers advanced tools and support services to enhance work efficiency and innovation capabilities. Plan 2 is targeted at creators, developers, and startups with annual revenue, funding, and user base below $1 million. This plan supports their business growth by providing valuable tools and resources, reducing costs, and allowing them to focus more on innovation and business expansion.
• Plan 3: This plan is an enterprise package designed for large-scale commercial customers. Subscribers of this plan can use AI models for commercial purposes and have priority access to the latest advancements in AI. In addition, advanced users enjoy higher customer support and priority for feature requests. This approach promotes a win-win relationship, enabling enterprises to fully leverage the advantages of AI technology while contributing to its development and improvement.