Stability AI
Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0
Classic open-source SDXL base model
Updated September 1, 2026
Vendor
Stability AI
Credits
2 credits
Speed
~8s
Rating
★★★☆☆
When to Pick Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0
Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 prices at 2 credits per image, mid-ladder in the catalog: 5 models undercut it, 23 sit above. ~8s per image is not draft-loop speed; treat Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 as a finisher for assets that ship. Where it earns its slot: classic and open source, per our catalog tagging. Reach for Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 when classic matters most and you would rather not open a separate Stability AI account to get it.
When to Look Elsewhere
When every credit counts, FLUX.1 Schnell at 1 credits is the value play — Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 costs 1 credits more per image. Draft-heavy sessions favor FLUX.1 Schnell: ~2s per image versus Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0's ~8s adds up over dozens of generations. For maximum fidelity regardless of cost or wait, the flagship tier above Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 is the stronger call on complex prompts.
Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 FAQ
How much does Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 cost?
On UnitPic, Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 bills 2 credits per image from a single shared balance that also covers every other model in the catalog.
How fast is Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0?
Typical latency is ~8s per image. That positions it as a quality-first option — fast enough for production assets, less ideal for rapid-fire drafts within the current catalog.
What is Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 best at?
Its catalog tags point to classic, open source. Classic open-source SDXL base model The easiest check is a side-by-side run in Studio with the same prompt on another model.
Is Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 worth it compared to cheaper models?
There are 2 cheaper models here. What the extra credits buy is classic and open source — most visible in finish and how closely it follows the prompt. Try the honest test: one prompt through Stable Diffusion XL Base 1.0 and the cheapest model in Studio, keep the winner.