Nano Banana Edit vs Grok Imagine: Which AI Model in 2026?
Nano Banana Edit (Google) vs Grok Imagine (xAI): a side-by-side comparison of price, provider, availability, and payment. Both run on 97AI.PRO through one API — typically well below official rates, with USDC/Alipay/card and no charge for failed jobs.
Side by side
| Nano Banana Edit | Grok Imagine | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | xAI | |
| Type | Image to Image | Text to Image |
| Price on 97AI | $0.021 per image | $0.0263 per 4 images |
| Official price | $0.039 per image | $0.05 per 4 images |
| Savings vs official | 46% | 47% |
| Payment | USDC · Card · Alipay | USDC · Card · Alipay |
| Works in China / no card | Yes | Yes |
Verdict
Both Nano Banana Edit and Grok Imagine are available through 97AI's unified API with USDC, credit card, or Alipay, and neither charges for failed generations. Run both from one balance — including from regions where official cards are declined — and keep the one whose output fits your workflow.
Frequently asked
Is Nano Banana Edit or Grok Imagine cheaper?+
On 97AI.PRO, Nano Banana Edit is $0.021 per image and Grok Imagine is $0.0263 per 4 images. Both are billed only on success and are typically well below the providers' official prices.
Can I use both Nano Banana Edit and Grok Imagine with one account?+
Yes. 97AI.PRO exposes both through a single unified API and one credit balance — switch models by changing one field, no separate signups or provider contracts.
How do I pay without a credit card?+
Both models accept USDC (Arbitrum) and Alipay in addition to credit cards, so you can use them from China, LATAM, and other regions where international cards fail.
Do failed generations cost money?+
No — for both Nano Banana Edit and Grok Imagine, only successful output is charged.
