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AUTOMATIC1111 vs Upscayl

AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl are both Image Generation tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, editorial scores, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeAUTOMATIC1111Upscayl
Product statusStatus not recordedStatus not recorded
VendorAUTOMATIC1111Upscayl community
Rating★ 4.7★ 4.7
PricingFreeFreemium
PlatformsDesktop, Self-hostWindows, macOS, Linux
Key featuresText-to-image and image-to-image, Inpainting and outpainting, Batch processing and saved parametersDesktop batch upscaling, Vulkan-based local processing, Model selection and custom models
Headquarters——
Launched——
Open sourceYesYes

Key differences

  • AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl carry the same editorial score (4.7★).
  • AUTOMATIC1111 is Free, while Upscayl is Freemium.
  • Both AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl are open source.
  • AUTOMATIC1111 runs on Desktop, Self-host; Upscayl runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.

AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl at a glance

AUTOMATIC1111

AUTOMATIC1111

A self-hosted Stable Diffusion interface with text/image generation, inpainting and configurable workflows.

Rating
4.7★
Pricing
Free

Editorial verdict

Choose compatible models and budget maintenance and hardware before adopting the UI.

Strengths

  • Documented editing and batch controls
  • Self-hosted environment and configurable models

Key features

  • Text-to-image and image-to-image
  • Inpainting and outpainting
  • Batch processing and saved parameters
  • LoRA, embeddings and extension support

Best for

  • Reviewed image drafts
  • Batch image-to-image experiments
Read the full AUTOMATIC1111 review →

Upscayl

Upscayl community

Image upscaling with a free desktop application and a separate paid cloud service.

Rating
4.7★
Pricing
Freemium

Editorial verdict

Check your GPU and model rights, then choose local processing or the separately priced Cloud.

Strengths

  • Local batch workflow documented
  • Desktop and Cloud choices

Key features

  • Desktop batch upscaling
  • Vulkan-based local processing
  • Model selection and custom models
  • Separate Cloud credits and storage

Best for

  • Reviewed enlargement of authorized artwork
  • Local batch image preparation
Read the full Upscayl review →

Feature overlap

  • The two tools have no listed features in common — see both feature lists above.
  • AUTOMATIC1111 also lists: Text-to-image and image-to-image, Inpainting and outpainting, Batch processing and saved parameters, LoRA, embeddings and extension support
  • Upscayl also lists: Desktop batch upscaling, Vulkan-based local processing, Model selection and custom models, Separate Cloud credits and storage

Frequently asked questions

Is AUTOMATIC1111 or Upscayl better?

AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl carry the same editorial score (4.7★), so the better choice depends on your needs — see the feature and platform comparison above.

Which is cheaper, AUTOMATIC1111 or Upscayl?

AUTOMATIC1111 is Free and Upscayl is Freemium. Check each product page for current plan details.

Are AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl open source?

Yes — both AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl are open source.

What platforms do AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl support?

AUTOMATIC1111 supports Desktop, Self-host; Upscayl supports Windows, macOS, Linux.

What are the main features of AUTOMATIC1111 and Upscayl?

AUTOMATIC1111: Text-to-image and image-to-image, Inpainting and outpainting, Batch processing and saved parameters, LoRA, embeddings and extension support. Upscayl: Desktop batch upscaling, Vulkan-based local processing, Model selection and custom models, Separate Cloud credits and storage.

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