Upscayl - AI Image Upscaler
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Upscayl Brief Overview
Upscayl is an AI-powered image upscaler that enlarges and enhances low-resolution images so they look sharper and cleaner than standard resizing. It’s best known as a free, open-source desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux, where upscaling happens locally on your machine (useful for privacy and offline workflows). The project is also widely used in the open-source community, with a large GitHub following.
Upscayl also offers Upscayl Cloud (labeled as “Cloud Beta”), a browser-based option that does the processing for you. Cloud can be helpful if you don’t have compatible graphics hardware, want faster turnaround, or need extra AI tools. In addition to upscaling, the Cloud product promotes AI image generation and AI-powered image editing features.
Simple How-to-Use
Desktop (local app):
- Download and install Upscayl for your operating system.
- Open the app and choose a single image (or a folder for batch upscaling).
- Select an AI model/style and set output options like resolution and where the file(s) should be saved.
- Start the upscale process and wait for it to finish.
- Preview the result and save/export your enhanced image(s).
Cloud (browser-based):
- Log in to Upscayl Cloud Beta.
- Upload your image.
- Choose your model and output settings (and optional enhancements like face improvement where available).
- Run the upscale; credits are used for processing.
- Download the final output and access it later from your cloud storage/history.
Upscayl Key Features and Functions
- Cross-platform Desktop app (Windows, macOS, Linux).
- Local processing on Desktop (no internet required for the upscaling workflow).
- Multiple AI models, with support for adding custom models.
- Batch upscaling for processing multiple images at once.
- Customization options (model choice, output resolution, themes, and other settings).
- Desktop performance typically relies on a Vulkan-compatible GPU; compatibility depends on your device (Upscayl’s documentation includes troubleshooting and compatibility guidance).
- Upscayl Cloud Beta features: no hardware requirements, browser access on phone/tablet/desktop, more models and formats, unlimited storage, face enhancement, and tools for AI image generation and AI image editing.
- Higher-resolution cloud outputs depending on plan (for example, Pro includes upscaling up to 256MP, with higher limits on Business-tier options).
Pricing
- Upscayl Desktop: Free and open source when downloaded via the official site/GitHub releases (one download, no subscription).
- Upscayl Cloud Beta: Credit-based pricing with subscriptions and a “one-time purchase” option.
- Free Trial: $0 with 10 credits (trial application required).
- Example subscription: Pro Plan is listed at $24.99 for 300 credits/month, with rollover and storage/support features included.
- Business and Custom options are listed; Custom requires contacting Upscayl for pricing.
- Annual billing is advertised as offering up to 40% off (where available).
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