Release
It was officially released on 2026-09-20 by the Qwen team working at Alibaba.
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What you can build with Qwen Image 2.1
Feature 01
Text in images
The Qwen Image family is known for putting readable text inside images. Write prompts in Chinese or English to generate signs or posters. Just put your desired text inside quotes in your prompt. This makes it straightforward to create visual content that includes clear writing.
Feature 02
Realistic photos
This model creates pictures from simple text descriptions. You describe a scene in plain words and choose how it should look. The Qwen Image line is used for photo-style pictures. You rely on everyday spoken language.
Feature 03
Editing your pictures
You can use natural language to change elements in your existing photos. The model can output images with a transparent background, edit transparent layers without flattening them, and cut a transparent subject out of an ordinary photo. This gives you more control over the final visual composition.
Feature 04
Combining several images
You can upload multiple reference images to guide the generation process. On RiceBowl, the uploader takes up to 8 reference images at once. You describe how to combine them in your prompt, and it blends elements from them into a single picture. This is useful for placing specific objects into new environments.
What is Qwen Image 2.1?
Here are the official facts about this model.
Size and weights
It is a generator built with 7B parameters. The BF16 version is about 14.2GB, and the INT8 version is about 7.26GB in size.
License
The model weights are currently hosted on Hugging Face for research use only.
Performance
According to Alibaba, it achieved a leaderboard score of 60.28, which ranks first among open-weight models.
How to use Qwen Image 2.1
Create Your Picture01
Write a prompt
Tell the model exactly what you want to see in the final picture using everyday language. Describe the subject and background in clear detail.
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Add reference images
You can upload up to 8 reference images to guide the style or content, which is completely optional.
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Generate and download
Click the generate button, view the newly created picture in your feed, and save it directly to your device.
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- Access to all models
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5 parallel tasks
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Qwen Image 2.1 FAQ
Create Your PictureWhat is Qwen Image 2.1?
It is a 7B parameter text-to-image generator released on 2026-09-20 by Alibaba's Qwen team. According to Alibaba, it achieved a score of 60.28 on their leaderboard, placing it first among open-weight models. It allows you to create and edit images simply by using everyday language.
Can I run Qwen Image 2.1 locally?
The weights are for research use only, and commercial use of the weights falls outside the license, while images you generate on RiceBowl can be used commercially. The BF16 version needs about 14GB of GPU memory, and the INT8 version needs about 7GB or more. To run it locally, you need to install ComfyUI, download the weights, and set up a workflow.
Is Qwen Image 2.1 free to use?
You can start using it without paying upfront. New accounts get 20 free credits on sign-up, no card required. Each generation you create uses credits from your account balance.
Can I use images generated by Qwen Image 2.1 commercially?
Yes, any images you generate on RiceBowl can be used commercially for your projects or business materials. However, if you want to use the actual model weights for commercial purposes, you need a separate agreement with Alibaba.
Who made Qwen Image 2.1 and when did it launch?
The model was developed and released on 2026-09-20 by the Qwen team at Alibaba. They placed the weights on Hugging Face strictly for research purposes.
How do I use Qwen Image 2.1 on RiceBowl?
Using the model here is straightforward because everything runs directly in your web browser. You just type a descriptive prompt, optionally upload your reference images, and click the button to process your request. The final picture appears in your feed.
Can I edit photos with Qwen Image 2.1?
Yes, the Qwen Image family allows for natural-language editing of your visuals. You can upload an existing picture and type out exactly what you want to change in the scene. You describe the change and the model edits the picture.
How many reference images can I upload at once?
On RiceBowl, the uploader takes up to 8 reference images to guide your output. Alibaba's own examples show the model merging up to 10 reference images, such as grouping 6 individual portraits into one photo or combining 5 reference images into one outfit.
Can Qwen Image 2.1 generate readable text inside my pictures?
Yes, putting readable text inside images is a widely known strength of the Qwen Image family. You can write your prompts in both Chinese and English to get specific words integrated into the output. Simply wrap your desired words in quotes within your prompt.
What kind of pictures can I make with Qwen Image 2.1?
You can create many types of subjects, such as posters with text, edited photos, and pictures built from several references. By writing clear prompts and uploading relevant reference photos, you guide the visual style.
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