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Topaz Photo alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Topaz Photo: now subscription-based, and not a general-purpose editor or organiser. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Topaz Photo, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Adobe Lightroom currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Upscayl logoUpscaylOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 448.9
  1. Upscayl logo

    1. UpscaylTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who wants free, private AI upscaling on their own computer

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    48.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Topaz Photo

    Free, open-source AI upscaler for enlarging images without a subscription.

    Pros

    • Free and open source on all desktop systems
    • Runs locally, nothing uploaded
    • Batch upscaling and custom models

    Cons

    • Upscaling only, no generation or editing
    • Needs a compatible GPU
    • Less creative detail than Magnific-style upscalers
    Visit Upscayl Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.341
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Upscayl a good Topaz Photo alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    AGPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, macOS, Windows
    Checked Oct 25, 2026upscayl.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free and open source
    Checked Oct 25, 2026upscayl.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Mac App Store edition
    Paid (direct download is free)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026upscayl.org(opens source in a new tab)

The best Topaz Photo alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Adobe Lightroom logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for most people

Adobe Lightroom

Built-in AI Denoise and Super Resolution may be enough without a separate app.

Upscayl logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for a free option

Upscayl

Free, open-source AI upscaler for enlarging images without a subscription.

Upscayl logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for open source

Upscayl

Free, open-source AI upscaler for enlarging images without a subscription.

Luminar Neo logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for Mac

Luminar Neo

Includes AI upscaling and noise tools in a general editor with a lifetime licence.

DxO PhotoLab logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for Windows

DxO PhotoLab

DeepPRIME noise reduction inside a full RAW editor, sold as a perpetual licence.

Upscayl logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for Linux

Upscayl

Free, open-source AI upscaler for enlarging images without a subscription.

Adobe Lightroom logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for iPhone and Android

Adobe Lightroom

Built-in AI Denoise and Super Resolution may be enough without a separate app.

Adobe Lightroom logo

Best Topaz Photo alternative for working in the browser

Adobe Lightroom

Built-in AI Denoise and Super Resolution may be enough without a separate app.

Topaz Photo alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Topaz Photo?

Adobe Lightroom ranks first right now. Built-in AI Denoise and Super Resolution may be enough without a separate app. Luminar Neo and DxO PhotoLab follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Topaz Photo?

Yes. Upscayl (open source) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Topaz Photo?

Yes: Upscayl.

Which Topaz Photo alternatives work on Linux?

Upscayl runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Topaz Photo?

The complaints we hear most: now subscription-based; not a general-purpose editor or organiser; needs a capable GPU for reasonable speed.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Topaz Photo, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.