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HiDream.ai · open weights
HiDream I1 — the 17B open image model
HiDream-I1 is a 17-billion-parameter open image model from HiDream.ai. On Kenerate: HiDream I1 Full for detail (7.2 credits, single-image edits) and I1 Dev for fast drafts (3.6).
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HiDream-I1 is an open image model from HiDream.ai, released on 7 April 2025 with 17 billion parameters in Full, Dev and Fast versions under the MIT licence. HiDream later released HiDream-O1-Image (May 2026). On Kenerate, HiDream I1 Full costs 7.2 credits (with single-image edits) and HiDream I1 Dev 3.6.
- Maker
- HiDream.ai
- Released
- 7 Apr 2025
- Size
- 17B, open weights
- On Kenerate
- From 3.6 credits
About the model
What is HiDream?
Facts from the maker's own announcement and repository, linked below.
| Maker | HiDream.ai |
|---|---|
| HiDream-I1 | 7 April 2025 — 17B parameters, open weights (MIT); Full 50 steps, Dev 28, Fast 16 |
| Editing | HiDream-E1 editing models (2025) |
| HiDream-O1-Image | 8 May 2026 — 8B, pixel-space model with editing and personalisation |
| On Kenerate | HiDream I1 Full (7.2, 1 reference) and I1 Dev (3.6) |
Gallery
HiDream examples
Real outputs made on Kenerate. Open any image to copy its prompt and run it yourself.
Same prompt
HiDream I1 Full vs I1 Dev
The same portrait prompt on both HiDream models.
HiDream I1 Full7.2 credits 
HiDream I1 Dev3.6 credits
Portrait of a young woman with freckles and a green knitted scarf in autumn light, 85mm
Models
HiDream on Kenerate
Every version in the generator, and what each is good at.
From our tests
Strengths and limits
- Rich, detailed images for an open model — the floating island and neon street hold up well.
- I1 Dev drafts for 3.6 credits.
- Open weights, so the look is consistent and well documented.
- Portraits are less refined than Seedream 5.0 Pro.
- One reference image on Full.
HiDream is an open model; Kenerate adds no filter beyond blocking prompts involving minors. For adult art, see the uncensored AI image generator (18+).
How to
How to use HiDream on Kenerate
Step 1: Open HiDream
Pick HiDream I1 Full or Dev in /app/image. Any credit pack unlocks it.Step 2: Write the prompt
Subject, style, light and camera.Step 3: Edit (Full only)
Upload one image to remix it.Step 4: Download
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In depth
HiDream, in depth
Background, how to prompt it, and when to pick something else.
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FAQ
HiDream questions
4 questions
01What is HiDream-I1?
An open 17-billion-parameter image model from HiDream.ai, released on 7 April 2025 in Full, Dev and Fast versions.
02How much does HiDream cost on Kenerate?
HiDream I1 Full is 7.2 credits and I1 Dev is 3.6.
03Is HiDream open source?
Yes — HiDream-I1 weights are released under the MIT licence.
04Can HiDream edit images?
Yes — HiDream I1 Full on Kenerate takes one reference image for edits, at 7.2 credits.
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