# Fontique vs Recraft

> Fontique: Turn any text into fire, neon, gold or tattoo lettering images with AI
> Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export

- Fontique profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/fontique-ai-font-and-lettering-effects
- Recraft profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/recraft
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/fontique-ai-font-and-lettering-effects-vs-recraft
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Fontique and Recraft are both Image & Visual AI tools. Recraft scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.3 vs 7.9 out of 10). Both have a free plan or trial. Only Recraft is available on iOS, Android and Chrome Extension and offers an API.

### Choose Fontique if

- You want a tool built for stylized headlines and thumbnails.
- One-time credit packs with no subscription to cancel.
- Free Unicode and PNG text tools that need no account or credits.

### 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

| | Fontique | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Fontique | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI text effect styles | Yes | Not listed |
| Two render tiers | Yes | Not listed |
| High-resolution output | Yes | Not listed |
| Pop-culture inspired looks | Yes | Not listed |
| Free Unicode tools | Yes | Not listed |
| PNG text tool | Yes | Not listed |
| Commercial licence | Yes | Not listed |
| Gallery and scene pages | 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 | Fontique | Recraft |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | No |
| macOS | No | No |
| iOS | No | Yes |
| Android | No | Yes |
| API | No | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Chrome Extension | No | Yes |

## Fontique strengths

- One-time credit packs with no subscription to cancel
- Free Unicode and PNG text tools that need no account or credits
- Output up to 4K with commercial use included
- Honest labelling: the site states that results are images, not fonts
- Failed renders are refunded automatically

## Fontique limitations

- Output is an image only, with no installable or vector font
- AI models can misspell text, and the phrase limit is 40 characters
- Credits expire (30 days for welcome credits, 90 to 365 days for packs)
- Very new site (live since September 2026) with no disclosed company entity and no mobile app or API

## 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 Fontique better than Recraft?**

It depends on your workflow. Fontique is built for stylized headlines and thumbnails. Recraft is built for vector graphics and icons.

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

Fontique: Turn any text into fire, neon, gold or tattoo lettering images with AI. Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export.

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

Yes, both do. Fontique is freemium and Recraft is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

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

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.