Krea
: How to use it, features, and the business problems it solves

How to Use

1. Create an account

   Create an account at the official website (krea.ai). The free plan grants daily units (credits) so you can start experimenting right away.

2. Choose a tool

   Select the tool that matches your goal — real-time generation, image generation, video generation, upscaling, style training (LoRA), and more.

3. Enter a prompt or sketch

   Enter a text prompt or draw on the canvas. With real-time generation, the image updates as you draw.

4. Generate and edit

   Use Realtime Edit to modify images instantly based on your instructions, or switch between multiple video models to generate video.

5. Upscale and export

   Upscale your outputs to high resolution, then download and use them.

Features

• Real-time image generation

  Generates and updates images in near-real-time (as fast as fractions of a second) in response to text input or sketches — dramatically accelerating ideation and rough concept work.

• Realtime Edit

  Edit images in real time based on complex instructions.

• Integrated access to multiple video models

  Switch between multiple cutting-edge video generation models from a single platform.

• High-resolution upscaling

  Upscale generated images to higher resolutions (higher detail available on upper-tier plans).

• Style training (LoRA / Style)

  Train the system on your own visual style to generate outputs with a consistent aesthetic.

• Nodes (node-based workflow)

  Combine processing steps via nodes to build custom generation workflows (upper-tier plans).

• Integrated suite for images, video, and 3D

  Covers the full creative production pipeline — from images and video to 3D — in a single environment.

Pricing

Pricing is current as of June 2026. The unit (credit) system is priced in USD; exchange rates will affect costs in other currencies. Always check the official pricing page for the latest.

Individual plans are approximately 20% cheaper with annual billing. Units on individual plans do not roll over; additionally purchased units are valid for 90 days. A commercial license is included with Basic and above.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Real-time generation enables rapid ideation and rough concept work
• Images, video, upscaling, and style training all in one environment
• Choose from multiple video generation models
• Free plan available to try; commercial use on Basic and above

Cons

• The UI is primarily in English (Japanese prompts are partially supported)
• Credit-based system; video and high-resolution generation consume units quickly
• Wide feature set has a learning curve for new users

Reviews & User Feedback

• Creatives rate it highly: "Real-time generation makes rough concept work dramatically faster" and "I can do everything — images and video — in one place."
• A common sentiment is "Being able to try multiple video models side by side in one platform is incredibly convenient."
• Common criticisms include "The UI is in English," "The sheer number of features is overwhelming at first," and "Video eats through credits fast."

FAQ

Q. Is Krea free to use?

Yes. The free plan grants a set number of daily units, letting you try real-time generation and more. A paid plan (Basic or above) is required for commercial use and serious production work.

Q. Is Japanese supported?

The UI is primarily in English. Japanese prompts are partially supported.

Q. Is commercial use allowed?

A commercial license is granted with Basic and above paid plans. Review the latest terms of service before use.

Q. Can I create videos too?

Yes. You can switch between multiple video generation models from a single platform.

How Krea Differs from Single-Purpose AI Tools

For more detailed comparisons, see the individual pages for related services.