# AI Top 5 Generative AI APIs for Creative Apps in 2025: A Developer’s Guide (GPT-4o, Gemini, Firefly, and More) AI image generation is quickly becoming a must-have in creative apps. But with so many models and APIs to choose from, picking the right one can be tricky. This guide breaks down the top options like DALL·E, GPT-4o, Gemini, and SDXL to help you find the best fit for your product and users. Jan Bussieck 14 Apr 2025 • 5 min read