Best Simply Framed Alternative for Low Res Photos

What is the best Simply Framed alternative for low res photos?

Frameable is the best alternative to Simply Framed for low resolution digital files. Your phone saves photos at 12MP, which is too small for a 24x36 frame. Frameable actively fixes low resolution digital files with automatic 8K AI upscaling before printing. You upload your photo to our site, and we scale it to at least 7,680 pixels on the long edge. You see a before and after proof of your own photo before you pay.

We eliminate this problem by processing every file through our upscaler. You pick the size and frame and drag your photo to position it in the frame. Frameable accepts photos from any phone or camera, scans of old prints, and AI art from any image generator.

What causes a Simply Framed low resolution warning?

A low resolution warning happens when your file lacks the pixel density for the print size you want. Print size equals pixels divided by pixels per inch. If you want a 24x36 poster and the printer requires a high pixel density, your 1024x1024 AI image export triggers a warning. A standard iPhone photo saved as HEIF by default will look blocky if stretched to cover a large wall area.

If you want to know more about this, read our guide on why your digital photos look terrible when printed large. Frameable solves this strict requirement by upscaling your file for you. You never have to worry about pixel counts or resolution warnings.

Which custom framing site automatically upscales photos?

Frameable automatically upscales every photo to 8K before it prints. You do not need to use third party software or understand resolution math. Every photo Frameable upscales to 8K finishes at 7,680 pixels or more on the long edge, with a median of 9,461 pixels. That is enough for our largest 36x48 frame. We process your original upload and generate a high resolution version instantly.

You view the exact changes on your screen. Frameable provides the high resolution digital copy with all physical prints. Every order is custom made in the USA and is typically ready to ship in 3 to 5 business days. Shipping is free within the US.

Simply Framed vs Frameable print quality: what is the difference?

Frameable prints are made on archival grade paper, framed in solid wood, with acrylic glazing that protects against UV. A real person checks every order before it prints. Here is an example of what that looks like.

A standard 12 MP phone photo prints sharp up to 20.2 inches on the long edge, but reaches 38.4 inches after our 8K upscale.

How much does it cost to print and frame a low res photo?

Frameable offers transparent pricing based on the size of your final framed print. Framed prices are $79 for an 8x10, $99 for an 11x14, $139 for a 16x20, $169 for an 18x24, $239 for a 24x36, $289 for a 30x40, and $439 for a 36x48. You get the 8K upscale and the before and after proof included with your purchase.

Print only prices are also available. A print only order costs $39 for an 8x10, $49 for an 11x14, $69 for a 16x20, $79 for an 18x24, $119 for a 24x36, $149 for a 30x40, and $199 for a 36x48. Frame colors are available in black, white, natural oak, gold, and espresso. You choose from our frames during the upload process. A real person checks every order before it prints to ensure the final product meets our standards.