Upscayl
Free, open-source desktop image upscaler (AGPL-3.0). upscayl.org now also sells a separate paid cloud service.
A strong alternative: listed as runner-up for upscale and restore images; runner-up for mods and reviving old games.
Why use it
Free, open-source upscaling that runs on your own computer.
Skip it if you want added detail, not just a bigger image; Magnific goes further.
Pricing
Desktop app: free and open source. upscayl.org cloud: free trial with 10 credits, then Pro $24.99 for 300 credits/mo. Check the official site.
Where Upscayl shows up
Alternatives
Freepik's AI suite, now branded Magnific: image generation, editing and its well-known upscaler.
NVIDIA's free platform for remastering old games, with 4x AI texture upscaling and PBR map generation. Needs an RTX GPU.
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