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Upscayl vs Diffusion Bee
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Upscayl
8.0AI image upscaler
Diffusion Bee
8.0Run Stable Diffusion locally
| Metric | Upscayl | Diffusion Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1.6K | 185 |
| 90-day Installs | 4.0K | 431 |
| 365-day Installs | 10.6K | 2.1K |
| Version | 2.15.0 | 2.5.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 43.9K | 13.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 2.1K | 716 |
| Open Issues | 64 | 397 |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | JavaScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5mo ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Jan 25, 2024 | Oct 5, 2022 |
Reviews
Upscayl
Upscayl is a free, open-source AI image upscaler that enhances image resolution locally, offering a privacy-focused alternative to cloud-based solutions. It supports multiple platforms, including macOS, making it ideal for photographers and designers seeking high-quality image processing.
Upscayl uses AI to upscale images, increasing their resolution while maintaining quality.
Pros
- + Free and open-source with a large community following.
- + Cross-platform support for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
- + Local processing ensures privacy and no cloud dependency.
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may lead to outdated installations.
- - Known issues with handling large images and specific file paths.
Diffusion Bee
Diffusion Bee simplifies running Stable Diffusion locally on M1 Macs with a one-click installer, making it accessible for artists, designers, and developers without technical expertise.
Runs Stable Diffusion locally on macOS with a graphical user interface.
Pros
- + Easy one-click installation process.
- + Optimized for M1 Mac performance.
- + No additional dependencies required.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature.
- - Black screen issues reported on Intel Macs.