Verdict
Hive Moderation ranks #3 among tested AI detectors with an overall accuracy of 100.0% across 9 images. It performs strongest against Firefly v4 images (100% detection rate) but struggles with Gemini 3 Pro content (only 100% detected). With a 0.0% false positive rate, it rarely misidentifies real photos.
Hardest to Detect Models
AI models with the lowest detection rate by Hive Moderation.
Arena Performance
Detection by Watermark
Benchmark Methodology
Hive Moderation was evaluated on a curated dataset of 9 images across 4 AI image generators and 2 watermark types, including models like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, DALL-E 3, Flux, and others. The dataset also includes real photographs from verified sources to measure false positive rates.
All detectors are tested under identical conditions using the same images. We record each detector's classification (AI or Real) and confidence score, then compute three key metrics: Accuracy (percentage of correct predictions), False Positive Rate (real images incorrectly flagged as AI), and False Negative Rate (AI images missed by the detector).
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What is Hive Moderation?
Hive Moderation is an enterprise-grade AI content detection and moderation platform trusted by major stock photography sites, social networks, and content platforms worldwide. Known for its high accuracy rates and robust API, Hive has established itself as one of the leading commercial AI detection services.
The platform offers comprehensive content moderation including AI-generated image detection, NSFW filtering, violence detection, and more - making it a one-stop solution for platforms requiring automated content screening.
How Hive Detection Works
Hive employs sophisticated detection technologies:
Advanced Neural Networks
- Proprietary deep learning models trained on massive datasets
- Continuous learning from new AI generators and techniques
- Multi-stage classification for increased accuracy
- Ensemble methods combining multiple model predictions
Comprehensive Analysis
- Pixel-level examination identifying subtle AI artifacts
- Statistical fingerprinting comparing against known AI generation patterns
- Frequency domain analysis detecting spectral anomalies
- Contextual evaluation considering image composition and elements
Generator Identification
Hive doesn't just detect AI generation - it can often identify which specific AI model created the image:
- Midjourney
- DALL-E 2 and 3
- Stable Diffusion variants
- Adobe Firefly
- Other major generators
Industry-Leading Accuracy
Hive consistently ranks among the most accurate AI detectors:
- 92-98% accuracy on most AI-generated images
- 95%+ accuracy on popular generators like Midjourney and DALL-E
- Low false positive rate (typically under 5% on real photos)
- Robust against common evasion techniques
These numbers are regularly validated through independent benchmarks and real-world deployments.
Key Features
Real-Time API
Process images in milliseconds with a highly available, scalable API designed for production use.
Confidence Scores
Detailed probability scores indicating likelihood of AI generation, allowing fine-tuned moderation policies.
Model Attribution
Identify not just whether an image is AI-generated, but which generator was likely used.
Batch Processing
Efficiently handle large volumes of images for bulk moderation workflows.
Dashboard Analytics
Monitor detection patterns, track API usage, and analyze moderation trends.
Enterprise Adoption
Hive is used by:
- Stock photography platforms - Screening uploads for AI content
- Social media networks - Moderating user-generated content
- News organizations - Verifying image authenticity
- Dating platforms - Detecting fake AI-generated profiles
- E-commerce sites - Ensuring product image authenticity
Pricing Model
Hive operates on enterprise pricing:
- Pay-per-image API calls for scalable usage
- Volume discounts for high-volume customers
- Custom enterprise agreements for major platforms
- No free tier - the service is designed for commercial use
Exact pricing requires contacting Hive sales for a quote based on expected volume.
Limitations
Despite high accuracy, Hive has some limitations:
- Cost - Premium pricing may be prohibitive for small users
- No free tier - Cannot test without business contact
- Evolving AI - Newest generators may temporarily evade detection
- Heavy editing - Significantly post-processed images may reduce accuracy
Integration Options
- REST API - Standard HTTP integration
- SDKs - Client libraries for popular languages
- Webhooks - Asynchronous processing notifications
- Platform integrations - Pre-built connectors for common platforms
Our Benchmark Results
In our comprehensive testing, Hive consistently performs as one of the top AI detectors. View our detailed benchmarks comparing Hive against other detection services across multiple AI generators, image styles, and post-processing scenarios.
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