Imagen 4 Fast Pricing & Cost
Imagen 4 Fast is Google's speed-optimized Imagen tier. Same compositional intelligence as the higher tiers, faster generation, lower cost. The natural pick when you want Google quality at Grok Imagine pricing.
This page breaks down the credit cost for Imagen 4 Fast when called via the AetherWave MCP server from Claude Code, Cursor, Continue, or any MCP-aware agent. Credits map to USD at a fixed rate, so the cost is predictable.
Full cost breakdown
Flat 5 credits per image. Single output. The fastest and cheapest Imagen tier on AetherWave.
Cost scenarios in USD
Here is what common workflows cost in USD at Imagen 4 Fast's rate:
| Workflow | Credits | USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 generation | 5 cr | $0.03 |
| 10 generations | 50 cr | $0.25 |
| 100 generations | 500 cr | $2.50 |
| Studio sub fits | 340 generations/mo (1,700 cr) | - |
How Imagen 4 Fast compares
vs grok-imagine-t2i at 6 cr / 2 images: Imagen Fast is 5 cr for 1 image; Grok is 6 cr for 2. Pick Imagen Fast for one fast deterministic shot; Grok when you want a pair to choose between.
5 cr per image
Best for: fast budget photoreal generation
grok-imagine-t2i at 6 cr / 2 images
See the comparison above for when each one wins.
Run aetherwave_list_image_models from Claude Code to see the full live pricing across all models in one call. The MCP rubrics in each tool's description also route the agent automatically when a budget hint is in the prompt.
Where credits come from
You can fund your AetherWave account three ways:
- Free: Starter credits on signup plus up to 80 credits from one-time community quests (Discord, social shares, follow channels)
- Studio subscription: $9.99/mo for 1,700 credits monthly. Cancel any time.
- One-time bundles: starting at $4.99 for 500 credits, up to $79.99 for 9,000 credits. Bundle credits never expire.
Quick install
To run Imagen 4 Fast from Claude Code, install the AetherWave MCP server with one command:
Get your free API key at your Profile page (Developer tab). The MCP exposes 31 tools total; aetherwave_generate_image is the one that gives the agent access to Imagen 4 Fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Imagen 4 Fast cost per generation?
Flat 5 credits per image. Single output. The fastest and cheapest Imagen tier on AetherWave.
How do AetherWave credits convert to USD?
Credits map to USD at a fixed rate, so Imagen 4 Fast's 5 cr per image translates to the per-generation figures in the scenario table above. Credits come from a Studio subscription, one-time bundles, or starter credits + community quests on the free tier.
Is Imagen 4 Fast worth the cost vs cheaper alternatives?
vs grok-imagine-t2i at 6 cr / 2 images: Imagen Fast is 5 cr for 1 image; Grok is 6 cr for 2. Pick Imagen Fast for one fast deterministic shot; Grok when you want a pair to choose between. The right call depends on what matters most for your workflow: variation count, deterministic output, latency, or absolute quality ceiling.
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