infrimage vs Ximilar Visual Search

infrimage is web-based reverse image-search software for finding where images appear online. Results can include complete and partial matches, links to matching pages, and higher-level domains. The maker describes uses such as image monitoring, patent and design protection, grey-market detection, and locating possible copyright or trademark infringements. Users can organize, edit, tag, filter, and export searches, then inspect their sources and statistics. Reports can summarize results, including top websites and top-level domains on selected dates. Up to four additional image variants or product angles can be added separately to broaden a search, while an allow list of authorized domains and marketplaces can narrow results. For individual matches, users may request test purchases, takedowns, or background research; these services may cost extra. The Free plan lasts 10 days and allows three searches, up to five images per search, one project, and three email notifications. Personal costs €50 a month, Pro €200 a month, and Business €400 a month. The paid plans are billed monthly. The service is based in Cologne, Germany, and offers contact support.

Ximilar Visual Search uses AI-powered vector search to find visually similar images in a collection. It indexes visual descriptors for fast searches across millions of images and supports metadata filters. Images can be added through the API by URL or Base64 data, with up to 10 records in one request. Search operations include visual search, multi-image queries, similarity ranking, and object detection followed by similarity search. Described uses include reverse image search, finding items by photo, recommendations for similar products or graphics, and matching images in collections. The platform is accessible through an API and web interface and can be integrated with existing systems. For visual search, Ximilar says it creates encoded image representations and discards the image files, though collections may retain customer-provided URLs. The free plan provides one collection of up to 1,000 images. Paid plans start at $69/mo; monthly API credits expire at period end, while separately purchased credit packs do not. Ximilar is based in Brno, Czech Republic.