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Is ComfyUI Becoming the New AI Design tool for Creative AI Artists?

Hazem Abbas

Feb 16, 2025 — 6 min read

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So, ComfyUI. If you’ve heard about it, you probably already know it’s got some serious buzz in the AI art scene. Honestly, when I first heard about it, I was skeptical, you know? Another tool to learn, another UI to figure out, I thought. But as it turns out, this one’s different.

It actually made me excited about creating with AI, and I’m not just saying that because I’ve been messing around with it in my AI club (yes, I have one of those, pretty cool, right?).

Anyway, I’m not a total expert on AI design, but this thing? It’s got some serious potential.

What the Heck is ComfyUI?

Okay, so here’s the deal. ComfyUI is like the “easier-than-you-think” version of Stable Diffusion and other AI models. If you’ve ever been confused about how to use these fancy AI things, ComfyUI is your friend.

It’s not like a “click a button and boom, magic” kind of thing (although it can feel that way), but it simplifies everything.

Think of it like this super chill interface that doesn’t make you feel dumb while you’re trying to make something cool.

I didn’t get it at first, to be honest. I mean, what even is a node-based workflow? It sounded like tech jargon, but once I started playing around, it clicked.

Let’s Break It Down, Shall We?

Okay, bear with me, because this is where things get a bit personal (or maybe just a little random, who knows).

1- It’s Easy-ish to Use:

Look, you don’t have to be a tech wizard to get started. But at the same time, if you are a tech wizard, you'll probably love the fact that it gives you control over every little thing.

It’s not like a drag-and-drop, completely idiot-proof experience... but it’s close enough that I wasn’t banging my head against the wall.

And hey, it’s kinda fun to see your prompt actually work and create something awesome.

2- Custom Workflows:

This is probably the part I didn’t get at first—what the heck is a "workflow"? But then I realized it’s just like building a recipe: You get ingredients (nodes), and you decide what goes in what order.

So, yeah, you can go deep here if you’re into that sort of thing. Personally, I love it because I can set up my own little creative chaos.

I don’t always follow the rules, and ComfyUI lets me do that.

3- Stable Diffusion:

Okay, this is probably the reason most people even care about ComfyUI. Stable Diffusion is basically magic. You tell it what to do, and boom, it creates art. But using it through ComfyUI just makes everything smoother.

Instead of feeling like I’m fumbling around in the dark, I can actually see the image evolve as I tweak things.

4- Real-time Previews:

This part is probably the thing I love the most. I don’t know about you, but when I’m creating something, I need to see what’s happening as it happens. No more waiting hours for a result.

You get to adjust and see changes right in front of your eyes. It’s like magic, honestly.

But again, it’s not always perfect—sometimes, things look weird before they look good.

5- You Can Keep Going with Plugins:

This is the part that makes it super fun. If you're like me and you get bored after a while, you can always plug in other models and keep experimenting. It's a bit like adding new toys to your playroom.

I’ve tried using some random plugins, and yeah, sometimes they don’t work, but when they do... well, let’s just say, things get weirdly fun.

How I Actually Use ComfyUI (Or Try to, Anyway)

Okay, here’s where it gets a little messy. I’m not an artist, and I’m definitely not some professional designer, but here’s how I’ve been using ComfyUI. And no, this isn’t some step-by-step tutorial. I don’t think that’s my vibe.

Install It: Download it. Follow some random online guide because I never really follow the instructions anyway (that’s a bad habit, I know).
Create Some Workflow: I honestly don’t always know what I’m doing here, but I just start by adding random nodes. I know, it sounds crazy, but sometimes it’s fun just to mess around and see what happens. Eventually, I get something cool.
Pick an AI Model: Usually, I go for Stable Diffusion because it’s the easiest one to get results from. I don’t know—maybe I’ll experiment with something else next time.
Write a Prompt: This part is kind of funny. I type in something like “a futuristic city at sunset” and then watch the AI try to figure it out. Sometimes it nails it, and sometimes I get something that looks like a weird alien landscape. But hey, that’s the fun part.
Refine Stuff: At this point, I’m adjusting things, not really sure what I’m doing, but just playing around with lighting, styles, and colors. I mean, if it doesn’t look right, I try again.
Export It: Finally, I click “Export” and wonder if it’s good enough to share. Most times, it’s not. But that’s okay. I try again, and it gets better.

ComfyUI vs. Other Tools: The Drama

So here’s the thing—DiffusionBee, Artbreeder, all that stuff? They’re cool, don’t get me wrong. But there’s something about ComfyUI that feels like... I don’t know, like it gives me more control? Sometimes, DiffusionBee feels a little too easy. I need to mess things up and make them my own.

With ComfyUI, I feel like I’m actually making decisions. It’s like cooking without a recipe—sometimes it’s a disaster, but other times, you create a masterpiece.

My Two Cents

Honestly, I didn’t expect to like ComfyUI this much. But here I am, weeks later, still playing around with it. I don’t know if it’s "the future of AI design" (who am I to say?), but I can tell you that it’s fun and gives me way more creative freedom than some of the other tools I’ve used.

And for someone like me who just wants to see what happens when I press a bunch of buttons, it’s the perfect tool to scratch that creative itch.

So, yeah, try it out. If you like creating weird, beautiful art, ComfyUI might just become your new best friend. But don’t blame me if you get addicted to tweaking every little detail.

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