kitio.aiAdded Nov 5, 2026
WaifuXL
FreeFree browser-based upscaler and tagger for anime-style images
What is WaifuXL?
WaifuXL is a free web tool that enlarges anime and manga-style pictures with a neural network while keeping lines sharp. It also tags each image with the characters and visual descriptors it detects, such as hair colour or outfit.
You choose an image, let the model upscale it, then download the result or copy it to the clipboard. Alongside the output it lists the most likely characters and descriptors, each with a score, which can help when tagging artwork.
The project is free to use and supported by donations rather than subscriptions. It is narrowly focused on anime artwork, so photos and other art styles are outside what it is built for.
Features
- Anime image upscaling
- Character detection
- Descriptor tagging
- Download or copy to clipboard
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WaifuXL
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Pricing
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- 100% free
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Completely free
- No account needed
- Tags characters as a bonus
Cons
- Only suited to anime-style images
- No batch processing
- Few settings to adjust
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What is WaifuXL?
WaifuXL is a free web tool that enlarges anime and manga-style pictures with a neural network while keeping lines sharp. It also tags each image with the characters and visual descriptors it detects, such as hair colour or outfit.
How much does WaifuXL cost?
WaifuXL is 100% free.
Is there a free version of WaifuXL?
Yes. WaifuXL is completely free to use.
What are the main features of WaifuXL?
Anime image upscaling, Character detection, Descriptor tagging, Download or copy to clipboard.
Who makes WaifuXL?
WaifuXL is made by WaifuXL.
What are the best alternatives to WaifuXL?
Popular alternatives include Petalica Paint, GenTube, Waifu Labs.