Waifu2x Upscaler is an image and video enhancement application designed to increase media resolution using AI-powered upscaling models. It supports still images, animated graphics, videos, and PDF documents through a graphical interface. Users can select processing engines such as Waifu2x, Real-ESRGAN, Real-CUGAN, and Anime4K. The software provides customizable scaling factors, noise reduction, and processing modes. It also supports video frame interpolation and effects such as playback speed adjustments and reversing footage. Multiple images or video frames can be processed concurrently to accelerate large workloads. Advanced users can add custom PyTorch models for specialized enhancement tasks. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, Waifu2x Upscaler provides flexible media restoration and enlargement tools.
Features
- AI image upscaling for JPG, PNG, WebP, and AVIF formats
- Animated GIF, APNG, and WebP enhancement with frame preservation
- MP4 and WebM video upscaling with optional frame rate interpolation
- PDF document upscaling and configurable media processing effects
- Multiple AI engines including Waifu2x, Real-ESRGAN, Real-CUGAN, and Anime4K
- Concurrent media processing with custom PyTorch models and adjustable denoising