Leonardo AI
Affordable, generous AI image generator with custom model training, popular for game assets and concept art.
Our take
A strong, affordable all-rounder with a generous free daily allowance - ideal for game assets, concept art, and product mockups.
Best for
Indie game developers and designers who need a wide range of styles and fine-tuned models at an affordable price.
Pros
- Generous free daily token allowance (roughly 18-30 images/day)
- Plans start at $12/mo - cheaper than Midjourney
- Custom model training and game-asset-focused features
Cons
- Output quality slightly behind Midjourney for fine art
- Interface can feel cluttered with many modes
How it compares
More affordable and generous on the free tier than Midjourney, with a slight step down in peak image quality.
Full review
Leonardo AI is an image generation platform aimed at game developers, designers, and creatives who want fine-grained control — including training custom models on their own style or characters, and a suite of tools for upscaling, texture generation, and 3D-ready assets.
Its standout feature is custom model training: upload a set of reference images and Leonardo can generate new images that consistently match that style or character, which is valuable for game asset pipelines, branded content, or maintaining a consistent visual identity across a project. It also includes a real-time canvas for iterative editing.
The free tier includes daily generation credits, with paid plans scaling token allowances for heavier use. For users who need consistent custom styles or game-ready assets, Leonardo's training and control features set it apart from more general tools like Midjourney; for one-off creative images, the learning curve may not be necessary.
Cloudkart Rubric
3.6/5 avg- Actual Utility4/5
- Ease of Use4/5
- Pricing Fairness4/5
- Reliability3/5
- Differentiation3/5