Topaz Labs
AI photo and video upscaling, denoising, and sharpening. Used by professional photographers, VFX studios, and post-production teams worldwide.
Acquired Topaz Labs
Acquired · June 2026
Topaz Labs built a suite of AI image and video enhancement apps — Topaz Photo, Topaz Video, Gigapixel, Astra and Bloom — beloved by photographers and editors for upscaling, denoising and sharpening. On June 25, 2026 Adobe announced an agreement to acquire the company, planning to fold its on-device enhancement models into Firefly and Creative Cloud. The standalone apps keep running, with CEO Eric Yang staying on, while the deal closes in the second half of 2026.
Acquired by Adobe.
Last known pricing: Paid (one-time perpetual license per app)
Is Topaz Labs shut down?
No — Topaz Labs is still operating, but it no longer stands alone: it was acquired by Adobe in Jun 2026 and continues under the acquirer's ownership. We list it in the ToolDirectory.AI graveyard's acquired-but-operating section and watch for post-acquisition changes.
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Overview
Topaz Labs: AI Photo & Video Enhancement Suite
Topaz Labs is Topaz Photo AI: upscale, denoise, sharpen, face recovery in one tool. Topaz Labs is the no-question gold standard in AI photo + video enhancement. The model quality is consistently higher than free or general-purpose alternatives, and the lifetime-purchase model is unusual in 2026's SaaS-everything world.
Acquisition note (June 2026): On June 25, 2026, Adobe announced an agreement to acquire Topaz Labs. Terms were not disclosed. Adobe says Topaz’s standalone apps (Topaz Photo, Topaz Video, Gigapixel and others) will keep running and CEO Eric Yang will stay on, while its enhancement models are integrated into Firefly and Creative Cloud over time. The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
Key Features
- Topaz Photo AI: upscale, denoise, sharpen, face recovery in one tool
- Topaz Video AI: 4K/8K upscaling with motion-aware temporal models
- Gigapixel AI: best-in-class image upscaling up to 6x with detail recovery
- DeNoise AI and Sharpen AI for noise reduction and motion-blur recovery
- Used by major photo studios, VFX shops, and TV-production teams
- Lifetime licenses (one-time purchase) with annual upgrade plans
- 20+ years in imaging; 1M+ active customers
Ideal Use Case
Professional photographers, videographers, VFX artists, and serious enthusiasts who want best-in-class upscaling and noise reduction without recurring SaaS costs.
Why Use Topaz Labs
Topaz Labs is the no-question gold standard in AI photo + video enhancement. The model quality is consistently higher than free or general-purpose alternatives, and the lifetime-purchase model is unusual in 2026's SaaS-everything world.
FAQ
Q: Pricing? A: Lifetime licenses one-time: ~$199 (Photo AI), ~$299 (Video AI), ~$99 (Gigapixel).
Q: vs Adobe Enhance? A: Topaz models are higher quality and more configurable; Adobe is integrated into Lightroom for seamless workflow.
Q: System requirements? A: Modern GPU recommended; Apple Silicon natively supported.
Q: Free trial? A: Yes — full-feature trial with watermarked output.
Q: Who owns Topaz Labs? A: Adobe — the acquisition was announced on June 25, 2026 (terms undisclosed). Topaz Labs’ standalone applications continue to operate, and Adobe plans to fold its AI enhancement models into Firefly and Creative Cloud, with the deal expected to close in the second half of 2026.
tl;dr
AI photo + video enhancement. Upscale, denoise, sharpen. Lifetime licenses. Pro standard.
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