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Fooocus vs Invoke

Fooocus and Invoke 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

AttributeFooocusInvoke
Product statusStatus not recordedActive
VendorlllyasvielInvoke
Rating★ 4.7★ 4.6
PricingFreeFree
PlatformsDesktop, Self-hostDesktop, Self-host
Key featuresSDXL generation, Image prompts and styles, Variation and upscalingLayered canvas with in/outpainting, Node-based workflows, Checkpoint and LoRA management
Headquarters——
Launched——
Open sourceYesYes

Key differences

  • Fooocus carries the higher editorial score (4.7★ vs 4.6★).
  • Both Fooocus and Invoke use a Free model.
  • Both Fooocus and Invoke are open source.
  • Fooocus runs on Desktop, Self-host; Invoke runs on Desktop, Self-host.

Fooocus and Invoke at a glance

Fooocus

lllyasviel

An SDXL-based local image interface with image prompts, variation and inpainting, now in limited bug-fix support.

Rating
4.7★
Pricing
Free

Editorial verdict

Choose it for its documented SDXL workflow while accounting for limited maintenance.

Strengths

  • Documented prompt and image controls
  • Local SDXL workflow

Key features

  • SDXL generation
  • Image prompts and styles
  • Variation and upscaling
  • Inpainting and outpainting

Best for

  • SDXL draft exploration
  • Reviewed inpainting and image variations
Read the full Fooocus review →

Invoke

Invoke

A self-hosted image application with a layered canvas, node workflows and model management; the former vendor cloud has closed.

Rating
4.6★
Pricing
Free

Editorial verdict

Evaluate the community self-hosted application; do not buy on the assumption that its former cloud still operates.

Strengths

  • Canvas and reproducible workflows documented
  • Local deployment and model management

Key features

  • Layered canvas with in/outpainting
  • Node-based workflows
  • Checkpoint and LoRA management
  • Self-hosted browser interface

Best for

  • Reviewed layered image editing
  • Reusable self-hosted generation workflows
Read the full Invoke review →

Feature overlap

  • The two tools have no listed features in common — see both feature lists above.
  • Fooocus also lists: SDXL generation, Image prompts and styles, Variation and upscaling, Inpainting and outpainting
  • Invoke also lists: Layered canvas with in/outpainting, Node-based workflows, Checkpoint and LoRA management, Self-hosted browser interface

Frequently asked questions

Is Fooocus or Invoke better?

By editorial score, Fooocus scores higher (4.7★ vs 4.6★). Both are capable Image Generation tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Fooocus or Invoke?

Both Fooocus and Invoke use a Free pricing model.

Are Fooocus and Invoke open source?

Yes — both Fooocus and Invoke are open source.

What platforms do Fooocus and Invoke support?

Fooocus supports Desktop, Self-host; Invoke supports Desktop, Self-host.

What are the main features of Fooocus and Invoke?

Fooocus: SDXL generation, Image prompts and styles, Variation and upscaling, Inpainting and outpainting. Invoke: Layered canvas with in/outpainting, Node-based workflows, Checkpoint and LoRA management, Self-hosted browser interface.

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