Grungetastic vs Image Upscaler
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Grungetastic
Apply a variety of aggressive and "unwell" textures and tones to your photos. This app offers seven distinct grunge styles with adjustable controls for color, textures, and borders, allowing for unique artistic creations.
- Seven grunge styles
- Adjustable color, textures, and borders
- Randomize button
- Texture and border library
- Customizable presets
- High-resolution output
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Rock your Photo with Unwell Textures and Tones Grungetastic cranks your photos to 11 with seven hot and heavy looks: Classic Grunge, Bleached Grunge, Worn Pop, Worn Grunge, Gritty Grunge, Distressed and Pop Grunge. These seven fun and aggressive styles let you get down and dirty with your photos. Faster than you can say "filthy," these styles and Grungetastic's easy, hands-on interface will have you smushing delightfully unwell textures and tones with deeply satisfying contrasts, and explosively pleasurable pops for dangerously-addictive ultra-Grungy art. Grungetastic is for the Photographer that loves everything grungy! Shadows, Rubbing, Scratching, Ripping, Shredding, Stressing, Distressing, Popping, Exploding, Splatters, Smudging, Glowing, Glaring, Smoking – just some of the wildness that Grungetastic hooks you up with. GRUNGETASTIC MAKES DIRTY PHOTOS - REALLY DIRTY PHOTOS! SO DIRTY THAT THEY HAVE THEIR OWN LITTLE DIRT STORMS SWIRLING AROUND THEM—the styles are creative madness—or clearer visions of reality, whatever it is, they go to an artistic place few ever get. You can't get a cooler, hotter photo anywhere! ULTRA-GRUNGE STYLES Classic Grunge, Bleached, Pop Grunge, Pop Worn, Worn, Gritty and Distressed Grunge FEATURES Adjustable control over all aspect of the process: Color, multiple textures and borders INCLUDES Seven grungy styles: Classic Grunge, Bleached, Pop Grunge, Pop Worn, Worn, Gritty and Distressed Grunge "Randomize" button to quickly show off the power of the app A full library of textures and borders Quick, efficient, and very user-friendly interface Support for full-size images Presets with the ability to create custom presets Preview mode for quick workflow (Larger image rendered on save or when emailed) UNIVERSAL FEATURES All JixiPix Apps come with: Superior Customer Service, Support for High-Resolution Images & Output, Undo, Randomize Button, Quick Presets, the ability to create Custom Presets and Quick Preview. Our mobile version can Email and post directly to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Tumblr. ‘Like us on facebook’ for tips & tricks, quick announcements and interaction with the Jixi team! https://www.facebook.com/pages/JixiPixcom/338304329530235?ref=hl *************** “JixiPix turns any photo into a masterpiece. The only requirement is art appreciation — we will take care of the rest!” JixiPix.com “Creative Tools for Creative Types” Photography | Artistic | Graphic Apps Mac • iPad • iPhone
Image Upscaler
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Turn your low-resolution photos into stunning high-definition masterpieces with Image Upscaler. Whether you have old, pixelated family memories, blurry snapshots, or images that simply look too small for your needs, Image Upscaler uses advanced AI technology to restore and enhance your photos in an instant. Our powerful engine intelligently analyzes your images to sharpen details, reduce noise, and increase resolution without compromising quality. Key Features - Intelligent AI Upscaling: Experience the power of cutting-edge AI that adds missing detail and clarity, turning low-res files into professional-grade assets. - Flexible Scaling Options: Choose the perfect size for your project. Upscale your images by 2x, 3x, or 4x with a single tap. - Restore Old Memories: Don't let time fade your photos. Our restoration tools breathe new life into blurry or low-quality vintage images, making them perfect for sharing or framing. - Print-Ready Quality: Need a large image for a poster, document, or project? Scale up your photos and maintain crisp edges and vibrant textures, ensuring they look great on paper or screen. - Fast & Simple: Designed for speed. Just upload your image, select your desired resolution, and let our AI do the heavy lifting in seconds. - Privacy-First: Your photos are processed securely. We prioritize your privacy and ensure your data remains protected. Perfect For: - Photographers & Designers: Quickly improve low-resolution assets for professional workflows. - Social Media Enthusiasts: Get your photos looking sharp and clear before you post. - Family Archivists: Restore and preserve precious memories that were taken on older devices. - Print Enthusiasts: Prepare your favorite shots for high-quality printing. How It Works: - Select the photo you want to improve from your library. - Choose your magnification level: 2x, 3x, or 4x. - Enhance your image instantly with our AI technology. - Save or share your high-definition result in crystal clear quality. - Unlock the full potential of your photo library today. Download Image Upscaler and see your photos in a whole new light. Support & Legal We are committed to providing the best experience possible. If you have any feedback or encounter any issues, please contact our support team within the app. Privacy Policy: https://soontothemoongames.wixsite.com/soon-to-the-moon-ie/privacy-policy Terms and Conditions: https://soontothemoongames.wixsite.com/soon-to-the-moon-ie/terms-and-conditions Subscription Information: Image Upscaler offers premium features that can be accessed through an auto-renewing subscription. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for full details regarding billing and cancellation policies.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Image Upscaler at Free against Grungetastic's $2.99. Grungetastic's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#109 vs unranked). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Image Upscaler is free to download; Grungetastic costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Grungetastic | Image Upscaler |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (190 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 190 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #109 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 213 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | JixiPix, LLC | Soon To The Moon |
Bugs and requests
Grungetastic
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to upload/load photos
- Presets not applying correctly
- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
Requested features
6 requests- Undo button
- More color/hue options
- Color swapping
- Higher resolution exports
- Native iPad support
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- Ability to stack multiple borders
Image Upscaler
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Grungetastic
No in-app purchases
Image Upscaler
No in-app purchases
Questions
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