{"id":2132,"date":"2026-03-24T13:33:34","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T13:33:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/?p=2132"},"modified":"2026-03-24T13:33:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T13:33:35","slug":"firered-image-edit-1-1-vs-flux-2-dev-10-edits-compared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/firered-image-edit-1-1-vs-flux-2-dev-10-edits-compared\/","title":{"rendered":"FireRed Image Edit 1.1 vs FLUX.2-dev: 10 Edits Compared"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>FireRed Image Edit 1.1 vs FLUX.2-dev: 10 Edits Compared<\/h2>\n<p>FireRed Image Edit 1.1 and FLUX.2-dev were compared across ten edits. The tests use two base inputs and ten prompts. The comparison highlights portrait and product editing behavior.<\/p>\n<h2>Models<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/models\/fireredteam\/firered-image-edit-1-1\">FireRed Image Edit 1.1<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/models\/wiro\/flux-2-dev\">FLUX.2-dev<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Method<\/h2>\n<p>Two base images were used: a cafe portrait and a product photo. Each prompt ran on both models with similar sample counts. FireRed used 30 steps and guidance scale 1.5. FLUX.2 used 15 steps and guidance scale 3.5. Run times listed are the task elapsed seconds.<\/p>\n<h2>Samples<\/h2>\n<h3>Sample 1 \u2014 Cyberpunk background<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Change the background to a neon cyberpunk street at night. Keep the face realistic.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s01-firered-3.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 1 FireRed cyberpunk background\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Prompt kept face identity. Steps 30 scale 1.5.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s01-flux-1.png\" alt=\"Sample 1 FLUX cyberpunk background\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Strong neon stylization. Steps 15 scale 3.5.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>FireRed preserves facial identity and skin texture well. FLUX.2 creates richer neon lighting but shifts some facial geometry.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 2 \u2014 Suit swap<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Replace the outfit with a clean black business suit. Keep the same pose.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s02-firered-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 2 FireRed suit swap\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Natural clothing fold and skin continuity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s02-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 2 FLUX suit swap\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Sharp suit edges, slightly different collar shape.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>FireRed keeps face continuity when editing clothing. FLUX.2 produces cleaner clothing textures but changes small geometry.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 3 \u2014 Remove cup<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Remove the coffee cup from the hand. Fill the missing area naturally.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s03-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 3 FireRed remove cup\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Seamless fill and arm shading preserved.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s03-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 3 FLUX remove cup\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Accurate fill but slight smudge at wrist.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Both models remove objects reliably. FireRed edges feel cleaner on skin and clothing areas. FLUX.2 sometimes leaves subtle texture artifacts.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 4 \u2014 Sunglasses<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Add reflective sunglasses. Keep lighting consistent.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s04-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 4 FireRed sunglasses\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Sunglasses blend into face shading well.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s04-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 4 FLUX sunglasses\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Strong reflections, occasional edge halos.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>FireRed handles reflective surfaces with controlled highlights. FLUX.2 emphasizes dramatic reflections but may introduce halos.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 5 \u2014 Pink bob haircut<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Change hair to a short pink bob haircut. Keep skin tone the same.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s05-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 5 FireRed pink bob hair\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Hair shape and strands preserved with realism.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s05-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 5 FLUX pink bob hair\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Vibrant color but minor skin tint shift.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>FireRed keeps hair texture and avoids color spill. FLUX.2 delivers vivid color, but may tint nearby skin slightly.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 6 \u2014 Watercolor illustration<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Convert the photo into a watercolor illustration. Keep the composition.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s06-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 6 FireRed watercolor\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Painterly washes with preserved facial form.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s06-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 6 FLUX watercolor\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Strong artistic strokes and high contrast.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Artistic edits show clear differences. FireRed leans toward subtle washes. FLUX.2 produces bolder strokes and higher contrast.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 7 \u2014 Phone screen text<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Replace the blank screen with the text HELLO 2026 in bold sans serif. Center it.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s07-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 7 FireRed phone screen text\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Crisp typography and good layout alignment.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s07-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 7 FLUX phone screen text\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Strong text rendering, slight pixel smoothing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Both models render text reliably. FireRed keeps sharper letter edges. FLUX.2 smooths edges sometimes but preserves style well.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 8 \u2014 Matte red phone<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Change the phone body color to matte red. Keep reflections realistic.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s08-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 8 FireRed matte red phone\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Natural reflections and consistent material shading.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s08-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 8 FLUX matte red phone\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Bold color and slightly exaggerated highlights.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Material edits show FireRed\u2019s conservative shading. FLUX.2 increases saturation and highlight intensity for punchier results.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 9 \u2014 Beach scene<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Place the phone on a sandy beach with ocean bokeh. Keep it realistic.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s09-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 9 FireRed beach scene\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Realistic shadows and coherent sand texture.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s09-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 9 FLUX beach scene\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Strong bokeh and vibrant color grading.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Scene composition is reliable on both models. FireRed favors realistic lighting. FLUX.2 produces more cinematic color and bokeh strength.<\/p>\n<h3>Sample 10 \u2014 3D clay render<\/h3>\n<p>Prompt: Convert the product photo into a 3D clay render. Keep lighting soft.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s10-firered.jpg\" alt=\"Sample 10 FireRed clay render\"\/><figcaption>FireRed output. Soft clay shading and clear form definition.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width:50%;vertical-align:top;padding:6px;\">\n<figure>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;display:block;\" src=\"https:\/\/wiro.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/s10-flux.png\" alt=\"Sample 10 FLUX clay render\"\/><figcaption>FLUX.2 output. Strong sculptural contrast and surface detail.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Both models handle stylized renders well. FireRed keeps gentler shading and surface continuity. FLUX.2 emphasizes sculptural detail.<\/p>\n<h2>Quick comparison table (elapsed seconds)<\/h2>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Sample<\/th>\n<th>FireRed (s)<\/th>\n<th>FLUX.2 (s)<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1<\/td>\n<td>198<\/td>\n<td>156<\/td>\n<td>FireRed preserves identity; FLUX.2 stylizes lighting.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2<\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<td>95<\/td>\n<td>FireRed keeps continuity; FLUX.2 sharpens textures.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3<\/td>\n<td>158<\/td>\n<td>174<\/td>\n<td>Both remove objects; FireRed gives cleaner skin fills.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>204<\/td>\n<td>94<\/td>\n<td>FireRed controls highlights; FLUX.2 boosts reflections.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5<\/td>\n<td>158<\/td>\n<td>117<\/td>\n<td>FireRed keeps hair detail; FLUX.2 gives bolder color.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6<\/td>\n<td>23<\/td>\n<td>93<\/td>\n<td>FireRed subtle washes; FLUX.2 bolder brush strokes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>7<\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<td>93<\/td>\n<td>Both render text; FireRed edges are crisper.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>8<\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<td>92<\/td>\n<td>FireRed conservative shading; FLUX.2 saturates color.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>9<\/td>\n<td>26<\/td>\n<td>95<\/td>\n<td>FireRed realistic lighting; FLUX.2 cinematic bokeh.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>10<\/td>\n<td>25<\/td>\n<td>95<\/td>\n<td>FireRed softer clay look; FLUX.2 stronger sculptural detail.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Verdict<\/h2>\n<p>FireRed Image Edit 1.1 excels at identity consistency and subtle edits. 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