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Topaz Image Upscaler vs Recraft Upscale: specs and price
Image models differ in how they handle references and editing, how cleanly they draw text and fine detail, and which resolutions they give. Below are the measurable differences from the catalog and a way to check the rest on your own tasks.
When to choose Topaz Image Upscaler and when Recraft Upscale
Topaz Image Upscaler
- The table shows no measurable edge for Topaz Image Upscaler: judge it by the result on your own scene.
Recraft Upscale
- The table shows no measurable edge for Recraft Upscale: judge it by the result on your own scene.
Key differences
Specifications
| Spec | Topaz Image Upscaler | Recraft Upscale |
|---|---|---|
| Model variants | Topaz Image | Crisp / Creative |
| Generation modes | — | — |
| Input photos | up to 1 | up to 1 |
| Resolutions | 2x / 4x | No separate selector |
| Aspect ratios | Follows the input | Follows the input |
| Prompt limit | 0 characters | 0 characters |
| Price per image (different settings) | — coins · 2× | — coins · Auto |
There is no shared resolution for a direct price comparison, so each price includes its setting and is not highlighted as cheaper.
What to compare visually
For a fair A/B test, use the same prompt, aspect ratio and references. Inspect more than overall style: object preservation, geometry, faces and hands, fine detail, text in the frame and unintended changes during editing.
What to inspect with Topaz Image Upscaler
Double or quadruple a finished image after completing the edits.
- One JPG, PNG or WebP image up to 10 MB.
- 2× or 4× enlargement. These multiply width and height; they are not 2K and 4K resolution names.
- A heavily blurred original lacks reliable detail for complete recovery.
- Enlargement does not replace retouching and can make source defects more noticeable.
What to inspect with Recraft Upscale
Enlarge a finished image: Crisp gives a sharp upscale, Creative adds fine detail.
- One PNG, JPG or WebP image up to 10 MB.
- Crisp is a sharp upscale without redrawing; Creative adds fine detail.
- A heavily blurred original cannot be fully recovered.
- Creative may change small details, so compare faces, lettering and logos with the source.
How to run a fair comparison
- Give both models one prompt, one aspect ratio and, for editing tests, the same source photo.
- Look at the small things: hands, small text, product edges and logos fail differently in every model.
- Generate at least three variants per model: one picture shows one seed, not the usual quality.
- Compare cost at the resolution you will actually publish, not at each model's cheapest setting.
Sources
Prices, availability and specifications come from the Mixer AI catalog. This is not an independent test: try both models on the same task before choosing.
What we compare
FAQ
Which is cheaper: Topaz Image Upscaler or Recraft Upscale?
The models use different settings, so a direct price comparison would be misleading: the prices of Topaz Image Upscaler and Recraft Upscale are in the table, so compare for the mode you need.
How does Topaz Image Upscaler differ from Recraft Upscale?
The table shows no measurable difference in specifications: compare the models on your own scene.
How should I compare Topaz Image Upscaler and Recraft Upscale fairly?
Give both models the same prompt, aspect ratio and source photo, generate three variants each and compare details: hands, text, object edges. Compare price at the resolution you will publish.
Are both models available in Mixer AI?
Yes. Both models are in the Mixer AI image catalog; the launch button on the page opens Canvas on a computer and the Studio on a phone. The page exists only for models in the current catalog.
Which model is better?
There is no single winner. First rule out the model that does not accept the inputs you need (references, editing) or the resolution you need, then compare results on your own task. The table highlights only measurable differences.