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Fooocus vs Upscayl

Fooocus 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

AttributeFooocusUpscayl
Product statusStatus not recordedStatus not recorded
VendorlllyasvielUpscayl community
Rating★ 4.7★ 4.7
PricingFreeFreemium
PlatformsDesktop, Self-hostWindows, macOS, Linux
Key featuresSDXL generation, Image prompts and styles, Variation and upscalingDesktop batch upscaling, Vulkan-based local processing, Model selection and custom models
Headquarters——
Launched——
Open sourceYesYes

Key differences

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

Fooocus and Upscayl 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 →

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.
  • Fooocus also lists: SDXL generation, Image prompts and styles, Variation and upscaling, Inpainting and outpainting
  • Upscayl also lists: Desktop batch upscaling, Vulkan-based local processing, Model selection and custom models, Separate Cloud credits and storage

Frequently asked questions

Is Fooocus or Upscayl better?

Fooocus 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, Fooocus or Upscayl?

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

Are Fooocus and Upscayl open source?

Yes — both Fooocus and Upscayl are open source.

What platforms do Fooocus and Upscayl support?

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

What are the main features of Fooocus and Upscayl?

Fooocus: SDXL generation, Image prompts and styles, Variation and upscaling, Inpainting and outpainting. Upscayl: Desktop batch upscaling, Vulkan-based local processing, Model selection and custom models, Separate Cloud credits and storage.

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