Rankings at a glance
| Rank | Model | Score | Coverage | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Magnific AI Magnific | 94.00 | 100% | 94 |
| 2 | Topaz Photo AI Topaz Labs | 90.00 | 100% | 90 |
| 3 | Bloom Topaz Labs | 85.00 | 100% | 85 |
| 4 | Upscayl Open Source | 75.00 | 100% | 75 |
Model details
#1
Magnific AI
MagnificStrengths
- Creative upscaling king
- Up to 16x
- Best for AI art
Considerations
- $39/mo, no free trial. Can over-hallucinate on photos.
- Coverage: 100% (Full signal)
- $39/mo
Source scores
Expert: 94/100
#2
Topaz Photo AI
Topaz LabsStrengths
- Best for photography
- Faithful restoration
Considerations
- No major caveat recorded yet.
- Coverage: 100% (Full signal)
- $199 lifetime
Source scores
Expert: 90/100
#3
Bloom
Topaz LabsStrengths
- Creative upscaling
- Unlimited renders
Considerations
- No major caveat recorded yet.
- Coverage: 100% (Full signal)
- Subscription
Source scores
Expert: 85/100
#4
Upscayl
Open SourceStrengths
- Free & open source
- Local processing
Considerations
- No major caveat recorded yet.
- Coverage: 100% (Full signal)
- Free
Source scores
Expert: 75/100
How we judge this category
Upscaling remains an editorial category focused on practical creative output.
Expert Review
Weight: 100%Studio/editorial judgement from hands-on use, creator reputation, and practical fit.