Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image
Nano Banana 2 Lite — Fast, Low-Cost AI Image Generation
The speed tier of the Nano Banana family: 1K images in about 4 seconds, powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image.
Nano Banana 2 Lite is the fast, low-cost AI image model built for rapid iteration. Powered by Google’s Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image, Nano Banana 2 Lite generates a 1K image in roughly four seconds, making it the most economical way to test prompts, draft social graphics, and iterate on ideas before committing to a higher-resolution render.
What is Nano Banana 2 Lite?
Nano Banana 2 Lite is the speed-and-value member of the Nano Banana 2 line. It uses Google DeepMind’s Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image — the fastest, cheapest image model in the Gemini 3.1 family — to deliver responsive 1K output for product-facing and high-volume workflows.
Think of Nano Banana 2 Lite as your everyday draft engine: generate quickly and cheaply, then step up to Nano Banana 2 (up to 4K) or Nano Banana Pro when a specific image needs maximum detail. It supports both text-to-image and prompt-based image editing.
Nano Banana 2 Lite features
About 4-second generations
Nano Banana 2 Lite is tuned for latency, returning 1K images in roughly four seconds so you can iterate without waiting.
Lowest cost per image
As the Lite tier it’s the most economical Nano Banana model — perfect for high-volume drafting and prompt testing.
Gemini 3.1 quality, Flash speed
Built on Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image, it brings the 3.1 generation’s prompt understanding to a fast, lightweight tier.
Editing built in
Supports prompt-based image editing and reference images, not just text-to-image.
See what Nano Banana 2 Lite can create
Real images generated with Nano Banana 2 Lite (Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image).
Nano Banana 2 Lite specifications
| Underlying model | Google Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image |
|---|---|
| Speed | ~4 seconds per 1K image |
| Max resolution | 1K |
| Modes | Text-to-image, image editing |
| Available on | Free, Standard, Premium, Pro |
| Cost | 20 credits per image |
Nano Banana 2 Lite vs other Nano Banana models
| Model | Google model | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Nano Banana 2 Lite | Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image | High-volume drafting, prompt testing, and fast 1K images on a budget. |
| Nano Banana | Gemini 2.5 Flash Image | Free, fast everyday image generation and quick edits. |
| Nano Banana 2 | Gemini 3.1 Flash Image | Creators who need high-resolution detail and reliable text without sacrificing speed. |
| Nano Banana Pro | Gemini 3 Pro Image | Professionals and agencies who need the highest-quality, print-ready AI images. |
Nano Banana 2 Lite FAQ
What is Nano Banana 2 Lite?
Nano Banana 2 Lite is the fast, low-cost tier of the Nano Banana 2 family, powered by Google’s Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Image. It generates 1K images in about four seconds.
How is Nano Banana 2 Lite different from Nano Banana 2?
Nano Banana 2 Lite is optimised for speed and cost at 1K resolution, while Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash Image) supports higher 2K and 4K output for maximum detail.
How fast is Nano Banana 2 Lite?
Text-to-image generations typically complete in around four seconds, which is why it’s the go-to tier for rapid iteration and high-volume work.
Which plans include Nano Banana 2 Lite?
Nano Banana 2 Lite is available on every plan — free, Standard, Premium, and Pro — at 20 credits per image.
Pricing
Choose the perfect plan to unlock more creativity with premium AI-powered image generation.
Standard
Perfect for creators and content makers
- 1,500 Credits per month
- High-quality AI image generation
- Text-to-image & image-to-image
- Premium templates library
- Priority support
Premium
For professionals and power creators
- 4,000 Credits per month
- Ultra high-quality generations
- Advanced AI models & styles
- Priority processing & support
- Commercial usage rights
Pro
Most advanced models for premium visuals
- 10,000 Credits per month
- All models incl. Nano Banana PRO
- All resolutions (1K, 2K & 4K)
- Premium-quality generation & smart edits
- Priority processing & support
Need more credits?
All plans include the option to purchase additional credit packs when you need extra generating power. Scale your creativity without limits.