Stage AI vs StageHQ

Stage AI is an iPhone app for AI-powered virtual staging and property-photo editing. It adds furniture and decor, with the service stating that staging can take under 60 seconds. Users can choose modern, coastal or minimalist styles, or provide custom instructions. Editing tools declutter rooms, relight scenes, replace skies, and enhance landscapes and exteriors. The maker says HD images can be downloaded for MLS listings, flyers and social media. The App Store listing names real estate agents, property photographers, investors, home stagers and brokerages as intended users. A free option provides seven staging credits, all styles and HD downloads. The monthly plan costs $39.99 per month, includes a three-day free trial, unlimited staging, all styles and custom instructions, and can be canceled anytime. A one-time credit purchase costs $19.99 as a one-time purchase, with quantity unstated. A yearly in-app subscription costs $399 a year. Uploaded photos and instructions are processed to create images and may be shared with service providers under safeguards.

StageHQ creates digitally staged versions of room photos for real estate listings. Choose Precise Staging, Creative Staging, AI Renovation, or Remove Furniture, then select from more than 30 design styles or describe a custom one. Uploads can be JPG, PNG, or WebP files up to 4K; StageHQ says most rooms are processed in under 30 seconds. Exports include an MLS-ready JPG at 1536×1024 and a full-resolution file. Purchased images carry a commercial license for MLS, marketing, and print use. The service works in a browser on Mac, Windows PC, iPad, or phone without installation, and is listed for Android, iOS, and web. Three free watermarked previews are available without a credit card. Starter costs $19, paid once for 20 staged photos; Professional costs $39, paid once for 100 and includes batching a listing. Agency costs $69, paid once for 250 photos and bulk download. The terms say purchases are final, with no refunds, including for unused credits or dissatisfaction.