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Illustrious XL vs ImgExtender

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Illustrious XL compared with ImgExtender
DetailIllustrious XL logo Illustrious XLImgExtender logo ImgExtender
What it doesOpen-source SDXL-based AI model for native high-resolution anime art generation Expand photos without cropping or stretching
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Pricing modelOpen source Freemium
PricingFree for personal and research use; prohibits closed-source proprietary monetization Free: 10 credits (2 generations). Pro: $9.99/month ($119.88 yearly, 2,400 credits/year). Max: $29.99/month ($359.88 yearly, 9,600 credits/year). Each generation costs 5 credits. Free and Pro results are watermark-free for Pro and Max subscribers; free tier results are watermarked.
Key features
  • Native 1536x1536 high-resolution generation without upscaling
  • Hybrid Prompting System combining natural English and Danbooru tags
  • Stable text encoder fine-tuning for superior concept understanding
  • Trained on comprehensive Danbooru2023 dataset
  • Full compatibility with ComfyUI, Automatic1111, Forge, and Draw Things
  • Superior anatomy rendering with flawless hands and character details
  • V-Prediction architecture for enhanced dynamic range and contrast
  • Highly flexible base canvas for LoRA training and custom checkpoints
  • Generate new canvas space around images in square, portrait, or landscape ratios
  • Position subject within destination frame before generation
  • Review generated space on comparison canvas before download
  • No prompts required
  • Browser-based editor with no software installation
  • Private uploads and results by default
  • Watermark-free results on Pro and Max plans
  • Commercial use rights on paid subscriptions
  • Support for JPG, PNG, and WebP formats up to 10 MB
  • Same professional image-extension model across all plans
What makes it different
  • Only open-source SDXL model natively trained at 1536x1536 resolution
  • Stylistically neutral untuned base canvas unlike Pony Diffusion
  • Continuous rapid iterations from v0.1 to v3.5 with aggressive optimization
  • Thousands of compatible community-trained LoRAs and derivatives
  • No complex prompts or AI settings required—just set the frame and position the subject
  • Designed specifically for image extension without upscaling or cropping
  • Full control over composition and subject placement before generation
  • One image adapted for multiple layouts and formats simultaneously
  • Private by default with automatic deletion after 7 days
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Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)13 −1 (down) since last check12 −1 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)54
Citation Flow (Majestic)1918
Referring domains (Majestic)4528

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