# Nano Banana 2 Lite

Make images from a text prompt with Nano Banana 2 Lite by Google, at 92 credits per image. See its settings, limits and exact prices.

Nano Banana 2 Lite is the light version of Google's Nano Banana 2, tagged Fast and fixed at 1K. It makes images from a text prompt only. The price is flat at 92 credits per image.

## At a glance

- **Maker:** Google
- **Type:** Image model
- **Modes:** Text to image
- **Aspect ratios:** 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16. The Studio starts on 4:3.
- **Outputs per run:** 1 to 4, set with **Count**
- **Reference image:** Not accepted. This model works from a text prompt only.
- **Resolution:** No resolution choice

## What it costs

These are credits per image, as of 2026-10-10. The Studio shows the live quote for your settings before you generate, and the total it charges is that quote multiplied by **Count**.

| Setting | Credits per image |
| --- | --- |
| Any aspect ratio | 92 |

The price is the same at every aspect ratio.

## Use it in Studio

1. **Open Create Image** In Studio, open **Create Image**. Sign in when the Studio asks, because every generation needs an account.
2. **Choose Nano Banana 2 Lite** Open the model picker, which groups models by maker, and choose Nano Banana 2 Lite.
3. **Write your prompt** Describe the image. Nano Banana 2 Lite works from text only, so there is no reference image to attach.
4. **Set the output** Choose an aspect ratio and **Count** from 1 to 4.
5. **Check the price and generate** The Studio shows the credit price for your settings. It is the same price the server charges. Results appear as cards and are saved to your **Library**.

## Limits

- You need to be signed in to generate. Nano Banana 2 Lite is available on every plan, including Free; credits are the limit.
- No reference image. If you attach one, the Studio says "Nano Banana 2 Lite can't use a reference image — remove it or pick another model".
- If a generation fails, the credits are refunded. The Studio does not run a different model in its place.

## Common questions

**Is Nano Banana 2 Lite cheaper than Nano Banana 2?**

At the default settings, yes. Nano Banana 2 Lite costs 92 credits and Nano Banana 2 costs 147 at 1K. Nano Banana 2 Lite is text-only and has no resolution choice.

**Can I use my own image with Nano Banana 2 Lite?**

No. Nano Banana 2 Lite works from a text prompt only. The models that accept a reference image are listed on [Image models](https://www.uova.com/help/models/image).

**Similar models**

- [Nano Banana 2](https://www.uova.com/help/models/image/nano-banana-2): 1K, 2K and 4K output. Default credits: 147 at 1K.
- [Nano Banana Pro](https://www.uova.com/help/models/image/nano-banana-pro): Detail and realism. Default credits: 276.

Source: https://www.uova.com/help/models/image/nano-banana-2-lite