# Castaly vs Recraft

> Castaly: Pay-per-generation AI video and image studio with Seedance, Kling, Wan and GPT Image
> Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export

- Castaly profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/castaly
- Recraft profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/recraft
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/castaly-vs-recraft
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Castaly and Recraft are both Image & Visual AI tools. Recraft scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.3 vs 7.7 out of 10). Only Recraft has a free plan or trial. Only Recraft is available on iOS, Android and Chrome Extension.

### Choose Castaly if

- You want a tool built for comparing several AI video and image models with public per-specification prices and paying only for what is generated.
- Many video and image models from several makers in one studio.
- Public price per specification, shown before generating.

### Choose Recraft if

- You want a tool built for vector graphics and icons.
- Generates editable SVG vectors on every plan, including Free.
- Custom styles and color palettes keep output consistent with a brand.

## Pricing

| | Castaly | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Paid | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | No | Yes |
| Starting price | Usage-based | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Castaly | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Multi-model video generation | Yes | Not listed |
| Image generation | Yes | Not listed |
| Public per-spec pricing | Yes | Not listed |
| Pay per generation | Yes | Not listed |
| Reference inputs | Yes | Not listed |
| Community remix | Yes | Not listed |
| API access | Yes | Not listed |
| Creation records | Yes | Not listed |
| Raster and vector generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Custom styles | Not listed | Yes |
| Color palettes | Not listed | Yes |
| Vector Editor and canvas | Not listed | Yes |
| Image tools | Not listed | Yes |
| Mockups | Not listed | Yes |
| Agentic chat and Design Agent | Not listed | Yes |
| External models | Not listed | Yes |
| Video generation | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Castaly | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | No |
| macOS | No | No |
| iOS | No | Yes |
| Android | No | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Chrome Extension | No | Yes |

## Castaly strengths

- Many video and image models from several makers in one studio
- Public price per specification, shown before generating
- No subscription or minimum, and the wallet balance does not expire
- Same account and wallet work for the studio and the API
- Operator is named in the footer and Modelflare terms

## Castaly limitations

- Reseller of third-party models, so availability and pricing depend on upstream providers
- No free tier or free credits described
- Some models are priced per million tokens, which is harder to estimate than per second
- Web only, with no mobile app
- Castaly's own legal pages return 404; terms are on the Modelflare site

## Recraft strengths

- Generates editable SVG vectors on every plan, including Free
- Custom styles and color palettes keep output consistent with a brand
- Single workspace for generation, vector editing, upscaling, background removal and mockups
- Gives access to external models such as Flux, GPT Image, Imagen and Nano Banana
- Paid plans include private images and full commercial rights
- Apps for iOS and Android, Figma and other plugins, and a public API and MCP server

## Recraft limitations

- Free plan images are public and not licensed for commercial use
- Monthly credits expire each cycle, and costs per image vary by model (for example 2 credits for V4.1 and 10 for V4.1 Pro)
- Video generation is not available on Free or Basic plans
- Plan prices depend on credit tier, so cost rises quickly for heavy use

## FAQ

**Is Castaly better than Recraft?**

It depends on your workflow. Castaly is built for comparing several AI video and image models with public per-specification prices and paying only for what is generated. Recraft is built for vector graphics and icons.

**What are the key feature differences between Castaly and Recraft?**

Castaly: Pay-per-generation AI video and image studio with Seedance, Kling, Wan and GPT Image. Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export.

**Does Castaly or Recraft have a free plan?**

Recraft has a free plan or trial; Castaly is paid only.

**Which is cheaper, Castaly or Recraft?**

Castaly starts at Usage-based and Recraft starts at $0. See the pricing table above for what each tier includes.