Upscayl
Batch upscaling without invented pores, fake lettering or a monthly invoice.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-08-10
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- AGPL-3.0
- Hosting Model
- Local (on your machine)
- Platforms
- desktopone-click install
- Installation
- Install the Windows .exe, macOS .dmg/Homebrew cask, or a Linux AppImage, DEB, RPM, Flatpak, or Snap package
- Operational Setup
- A Vulkan-capable GPU is required, and Windows SmartScreen or macOS Gatekeeper may need a manual allow/open action
- Where Your Data Lives
- Input images, output images, and optional custom model files stay on the local machine; the desktop app does not need to upload the image
- The Catch / Trade-off
- It enlarges and cleans images well, but deliberately cannot invent the controlled photorealistic detail that defines Magnific.
Replaces 1 paid app
up to $39/mo ($468/yr) in subscriptions
Upscayl FAQ
Common questions
Is Upscayl free and open source?+
Upscayl is an open-source tool licensed under AGPL-3.0 that runs on local. Batch upscaling without invented pores, fake lettering or a monthly invoice.
What paid software does Upscayl replace?+
Upscayl serves as a free replacement for 1 paid SaaS application: Magnific AI, saving up to $39/month ($468/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Upscayl?+
Installation: Install the Windows .exe, macOS .dmg/Homebrew cask, or a Linux AppImage, DEB, RPM, Flatpak, or Snap package. Setup notes: A Vulkan-capable GPU is required, and Windows SmartScreen or macOS Gatekeeper may need a manual allow/open action
What is the catch or trade-off with Upscayl?+
It enlarges and cleans images well, but deliberately cannot invent the controlled photorealistic detail that defines Magnific.