Free Tier
30-day trial
Watermark (free)
None ✓
Paid from
$299 one-time
Max resolution
16K
Max clip length
No limit
API access
No
My Hands-On Testing Notes
I Tested This Tool
I fed a 720p Kling-generated clip into Topaz and upscaled to 4K with the Proteus model. Processing took 8 minutes for a 5-second clip on an M2 Mac Pro. The result was remarkably sharp — pore detail on skin, individual grass blades visible. The AI correctly inferred detail that wasn't in the original. Best purchase for any creator who generates AI video regularly.
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Best AI upscaling up to 16K
- Frame interpolation to 120fps
- One-time purchase (not subscription)
- Works on any footage including AI-generated
- Professional codecs (ProRes, DNxHD)
Weaknesses
- Expensive one-time cost ($299)
- Mac/Windows desktop only
- GPU-intensive — requires modern hardware
- Not a video generator
Who Is Topaz Video AI Best For?
Based on my testing, Topaz Video AI is the right choice for:
- Filmmakers
- Sports videographers
- Post-production enhancing AI video output
Topaz Video AI Pricing 2026
| Plan | Price | Credits / Limit | Watermark | Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trial | Free | 30 days | None ✓ | 16K |
| License | $299 one-time | Unlimited | None ✓ | 16K |
| Annual | $99/yr | Unlimited | None ✓ | 16K |
Output Formats
MP4ProResDNxHD
Verdict
Topaz Video AI earns an overall score of 7.6/10 in our 2026 testing. It scores 9.5/10 for output quality, 5/10 for generation speed, and 9/10 for value.
The free tier is genuinely useful — no watermark, offering 30-day trial.