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Upscayl

Upscale images with AI, for free.

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LicenseAGPL-3.0
GitHub stars50.5k
Last code update5 October 2026
Paid version costs aboutnot verified

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What it is

A desktop app that upscales low-resolution images using AI models, with no account.

Good for

Enlarging and sharpening photos on your own computer.

The catch

Results depend on the image and the model, and can look over-smoothed. A decent GPU makes it much faster.

Facts checked on 12 October 2026. We have not yet run a hands-on test of this tool. When we do, it gets a "Tested" mark here. Approximate US list prices for an individual plan, from third-party price trackers checked on 12 Oct 2026. Monthly billing where it exists. Regions, taxes and promotions change them. Confirm at the vendor before you decide.

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