Flux vs Merlio

Comparing the features of Flux to Merlio

Feature
Flux
Merlio

Capability Features

Access to Image Studio
Advanced Permissions
AI Assistant
AI Content Generator
AI Model Access
Unlimited
Automated Design Rule Checks
BoM Ready to Source
Browser-Based Platform
Business/Client Use Allowed
Cancel Anytime Policy
Commercial Use Rights
Community Support via Slack
Community-Driven Improvements
Credit System
Smart Actions credit usage varies based on task complexity
Custom AI
Data Encryption
Data Security
Early Access
Basic access to new featuresEarly access to new featuresBeta access to experimental tools
Essentials Included
Explainable AI
Faster Queue for Image Generation
File Upload and AI Analysis
Forkable Projects
Human Support Availability
Image Editing & Generation
Image Quality Enhancement
Live Component Data
No Desktop Installation Required
PCB Layer Support
Up to 8 layers
Pre-Trained Models
Project Templates
Real-time Team Collaboration
Smart Squad Allocation
11025
SOC-2 Cloud Infrastructure
SSO and Project Permissions
Supply Chain Monitoring
Support Levels
Email supportPriority email support24/7 priority support
Supported Board Types
IoT DevicesWearablesRoboticsAudio DevicesDronesMotor ControllersSmart HomeFPGAs
Version Management
Video and Documentation Support
Video Generator

Integration Features

AI Model Integration
OpenAIClaudeGeminiMistralStability.aiDALL-E
Export Formats
Gerbersdrill filesBoMpick-and-placestandard netlists
Integrations
OpenAIClaudeGeminiMistralStability.aiDALL-E
Supported Import Formats
Altium (ASCII)Cadence (EDIF)KiCad part librariesEagleUpverterEasyEDA

Limitation Features

AI Review Required
Intermediate PCB Experience Recommended
Layout Import Support
No Refund After Use

Pricing Features

Credit Allocation
10,00030,00050,000
Free Tier
Free Trial Period
Monthly AI Credits Included
Monthly Pricing Plans
$14.99$25.99$35.99
Paid Plan Starting Price
$15/month
Pay-As-You-Go AI Credits
Pro Plan Price
$39/month
Quota Increase by Plan
Team Plan Price
$49/month
Yearly Pricing
$9.99$16.67$23.33