Astra is a browser-based AI video enhancement platform developed by Topaz Labs. It runs entirely in the cloud with no installation or GPU required and is designed for creative upscaling and stylized refinement of AI-generated video and live-action content. Astra is not designed as a traditional archival restoration tool. It is available as a standalone subscription or as part of the Topaz Studio bundle.

What is the difference between Astra and Topaz Video?

Astra is a browser-based cloud platform that runs with no installation or GPU required, optimized for AI-generated video content and creative stylized upscaling. Topaz Video is a desktop application for Windows and macOS that processes video locally on your GPU, suited for professional archival enhancement, broadcast restoration, and high-volume local rendering workflows. Both use Topaz Labs' AI models but serve different use cases. Topaz Video supports a wider range of models for archival and broadcast content while Astra's Creative Mode is specifically built for modern AI-generated video. Both are included in the Topaz Studio bundle.

What AI models are available in Astra?

Astra includes two processing modes with different AI models. Creative Mode uses Astra 1 (the highest quality model for creatively enhancing AI-generated videos) and Astra 2. Precision Mode uses Proteus (all-purpose enhancement, sharpening, and cleanup), Starlight Mini (fast-motion scenes and low-resolution footage), Rhea (minimal motion content including interviews and product shots), NYX (noise and grain reduction while preserving detail), and Iris (face enhancement in low-quality or interlaced footage).

What is the difference between Creative Mode and Precision Mode in Astra?

Creative Mode uses Astra 1 and Astra 2 models and is designed for stylized enhancement and refinement of AI-generated video content. It adds creative detail and enhances the visual character of the footage. Precision Mode uses Proteus, Starlight Mini, Rhea, NYX, and Iris models and is designed for accurate enhancement, cleanup, and detail recovery across diverse video content including live-action and compressed footage.

Is Astra included in Topaz Studio?

Yes. Astra is included in Topaz Studio, which is a bundle subscription that also includes Topaz Video, Topaz Photo, Topaz Gigapixel, Gigapixel iOS, Bloom, Topaz Image Web, and Mosaic. Topaz Studio is available at $69 per month, $45 per month on an annual commitment billed monthly, or $399 per year billed annually.

How do Astra credits work?

Astra uses a credit system for video rendering. Standard subscribers receive 400 credits per month, Plus subscribers receive 1400 credits per month, and Pro subscribers receive 5400 credits per month. Monthly credits expire at the end of each month and do not roll over. Additional credits can be purchased as top-ups: 20 credits for $5.00, 60 credits for $11.70, and 120 credits for $23.40.

Does Astra integrate with Adobe Firefly?

Yes. Topaz Astra is integrated into Adobe Firefly Boards, allowing users to upscale videos generated with Adobe Firefly or other partner models directly within the Firefly Boards canvas. The integration is accessible via the Upscale with Topaz Astra option in the Firefly Boards context menu and supports both Creative Mode and Precision Mode enhancement.

What types of video is Astra best suited for?

Astra is optimized for modern creative workflows including AI-generated video content from platforms such as Seedance, Kling, Runway, Sora, Veo, and Midjourney. It is also suited for live-action video requiring enhancement, cleanup, or stylized upscaling. Astra is not designed as a traditional archival restoration tool. Users who need archival-grade restoration of historical footage should consider Topaz Video, which includes models trained specifically for that purpose.

What is the commercial use policy for Astra?

The Standard plan includes limited commercial use for individuals and organizations with under 1 million USD in annual revenue. The Plus and Pro plans include full commercial use with no revenue threshold. For enterprise licensing or API access, contact the Topaz Labs enterprise team.

How much does Astra cost?

Astra Standard is available at $19 per month or $328 per year billed annually (4800 annual credits). Astra Plus is available at $99 per month or $832 per year billed annually (16800 annual credits). Astra Pro is available at $299 per month or $2,512 per year billed annually (64800 annual credits). Annual plans save 30% compared to the regular monthly price. Astra is also included in the Topaz Studio bundle starting at $399 per year.