Can I still use DALL-E 2 or DALL-E 3 through the API?

OpenAI's deprecation documentation records their API removal on May 12, 2026. Use the current model catalog to choose an available replacement for a new integration.

Does DALL-E mean the same thing as current ChatGPT image generation?

No. DALL-E identifies older model families. Check the current product and model documentation rather than using that name for all OpenAI image generation.

Which image tool should I choose now?

Test currently available tools on your actual task. Compare prompt adherence, editing control, text accuracy, access, cost and the permissions needed for your intended use. This page does not publish benchmark scores or declare a universal winner.

Midjourney vs DALL-E: what changed?

Last updated: October 1, 2026

DALL-E 2 and DALL-E 3 are legacy models, removed from OpenAI's API on May 12, 2026. An older comparison that describes DALL-E as current ChatGPT image generation can mislead a learner. The official deprecation notice is the source for this correction.

Use a current product, then check the underlying model

Midjourney is a dedicated image product. DALL-E names older OpenAI model families. For a current OpenAI integration, consult the model catalog; for Midjourney, check its official site for current access and terms. This guide does not claim that those products have equivalent features or pricing.

An original checklist for comparing image tools

Use a self-written prompt and a reference you own. Repeat the same task in each available product. The following is a suggested exercise, not a report of tests we ran.

What to inspect before choosing an image workflow
Criterion	Check with your own example
Prompt adherence	Are the requested objects, relationships and framing present?
Editing control	Can you change one element while preserving the rest?
Text accuracy	Read every word, number and label before using the image.
Practical access	Check current account access, usage limits, output sizes and costs.
Permissions and provenance	Record input rights, current terms and any restrictions on your intended use.

Questions about DALL-E and current image tools

Can I still use DALL-E 2 or DALL-E 3 through the API?: OpenAI's deprecation documentation records their API removal on May 12, 2026. Use the current model catalog to choose an available replacement for a new integration.
Does DALL-E mean the same thing as current ChatGPT image generation?: No. DALL-E identifies older model families. Check the current product and model documentation rather than using that name for all OpenAI image generation.
Which image tool should I choose now?: Test currently available tools on your actual task. Compare prompt adherence, editing control, text accuracy, access, cost and the permissions needed for your intended use. This page does not publish benchmark scores or declare a universal winner.

Read the legacy DALL-E entry, the modern AI learning hub, or our responsible reuse lesson. Product names identify their respective owners and imply no endorsement.