InvokeAI
Professional creative engine for Stable Diffusion and Flux models.
Generate and create visual media using the latest AI-driven technologies with an industry-leading WebUI.
InvokeAI is a creative engine built for professionals and artists to generate, refine, and iterate on visual media. It provides a local web-based user interface, advanced node workflows, and a unified canvas for complex image generation tasks.
What it is
It offers a local web server running a React UI, a Unified Canvas for in/out-painting and brush tools, and a node-based workflow management system. The tool supports multiple model architectures including SDXL, SD 3.5, and Flux.1, alongside board and gallery management with metadata tracking.
Who it's for
It suits graphic designers, visual artists, and creators who need precise local control over diffusion models and node workflows. It does not suit casual users looking for a simple cloud-based point-and-click app without hardware requirements.
Key features
Unified Canvas
Fully integrated canvas supporting generation, in/out-painting, and brush tools for creative collaboration.
Workflows and Nodes
Node-based workflow management solution for customizable generation pipelines.
Broad Model Support
Supports multiple model families including SD 1.5, SDXL, SD 3.5, and Flux.1 Dev and Schnell.
Board and Gallery
Organized gallery system with drag-and-drop support and embedded image metadata recall.
Up and running in 3 steps
Our honest verdict
What's great
- Features a unified canvas for inpainting, outpainting, and brush tool manipulation
- Provides node-based workflow management for custom generation pipelines
- Includes an organized board and gallery system with rich metadata recall
- Supports a wide variety of models including SDXL, SD 3.5, and Flux.1
Where it falls short
- Requires downloading a launcher and setting up compatible hardware locally
- Managing multiple large model weights and diffusion architectures consumes disk space
- Running complex diffusion models locally demands high-end GPU resources
Pricing & license
Invoke is free to use under its open-source license, and the only financial cost is running it yourself on compatible local hardware.
Open remote AI-training roles
873 open remote AI-training roles, updated November 15, 2026; most pay $20–$170 an hour. Zekai lists them free; the application goes to the employer’s platform.
Alternatives
These reviewed AI tools do the same job instantly — from our scored directory.
Use it, or have us set it up
FAQ
What models does InvokeAI support?
It supports Stable Diffusion 1.5, 2.0, SDXL, SD 3.5, Flux.1, and several others like CogView and Krea.
Can I use InvokeAI offline?
Yes, once installed and configured with your local models, it runs locally via a web server.
How do I install InvokeAI?
You can get started by downloading the official Launcher from the repository releases page.
