What is FLUX.1 Kontext Dev?

FLUX.1 Kontext Dev is an open-source image editing model from Black Forest Labs, available under the FLUX.1 Non-Commercial License. With 12 billion parameters, it competes with GPT 4o and surpasses open-source models like Bytedance Bagel. Designed for precise image modifications, it runs locally and supports flux kontext comfyui. Download it at Hugging Face to get started.

Key Features of FLUX.1 Kontext Dev

  • Precise Edits

    Alter specific image parts, like adding objects or changing backgrounds.

    Precise Edits
  • Subject Integrity

    Maintains consistent subject details across multiple edits.

    Subject Integrity
  • Text Editing

    Modifies or adds text within images, such as logos or labels.

    Text Editing
  • Multi-Image Input

    Combines multiple images for unified edits or compositions.

    Multi-Image Input
  • Object Removal

    Deletes unwanted elements while preserving the scene.

    Object Removal
  • Perspective Change

    Adjusts viewpoints, like shifting to a side angle.

    Perspective Change
  • Style Migration

    Transfer one image's artistic style (such as 1960s pop art) to another image without changing the target image's content.

    Style Migration
  • Multiple-Step Editing

    allows for several changes without sacrificing image quality, making it ideal for intricate creative processes.

    Multiple-Step Editing
  • Lighting Adjustments

    Change the lighting while maintaining the composition, for example, by turning a scene into a gentle golden daybreak with morning mist.

    Lighting Adjustments

Contrast with Other Models

The KontextBench benchmark confirms that FLUX.1 Kontext Dev is unique in the picture editing market:

Contrast with Other Models
  • Vs. Open-Source Models:

    Bytedance Bagel: Less effective in complex edit sequences. HiDream-E1-Full: Struggles with subject consistency.

  • Vs. Closed-Source Models:

    Google's Gemini-Flash Image: Outperformed by flux.1 kontext dev in accuracy. GPT 4o: FLUX.1 Kontext Dev offers comparable editing with open-source access.

How to Use FLUX.1 Kontext Dev

  • Download from Hugging Face:

    Access flux kontext download at Hugging Face with pip install git+https://github.com/huggingface/diffusers.git.

  • ComfyUI workflow Setup:

    Go to Workflow → Browse Templates → Flux → Flux.1 Kontext Dev and choose a flux kontext workflow template for quick editing.

  • Cloud Options:

    Use FAL or Replicate for cloud-based editing.

FAQ about FLUX.1 Kontext Dev

  • Q: What’s the difference between Dev, Pro, and Max?

    A: FLUX.1 Kontext Dev is free for non-commercial use; Pro/Max are commercial.

  • Q: Can it run locally?

    A: Yes, with 8GB+ VRAM and NVIDIA optimizations.

  • Q: Is FLUX.1 Kontext Dev free?

    A: Free for non-commercial use; commercial licenses via Black Forest Labs.

  • Q: How does it compare to GPT 4o?

    A: Matches GPT 4o in editing quality with open-source benefits.

  • Q: How to use with ComfyUI?

    A: Update ComfyUI, select Flux → Flux.1 Kontext Dev template.