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Levels vs DotForge

Compare Levels and DotForge - features, pricing, and which is better for your workflow.

What is Levels?

Browser-based texture processing studio — adjust levels, channel mix, crop, and export alpha masks or height maps from photo references.

Price: Free

  • Channel mixer with 6 color sliders and presets
  • Brightness, contrast, and levels with histogram
  • Rectangular and perspective crop with alignment grid
  • Before/after comparison (hold Space)
  • One-click PNG download or clipboard copy
  • Runs entirely in-browser, no install
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What is DotForge?

Real-time dither animation tool for creating visual effects with patterns like Bayer, halftone, ASCII, and more.

Price: Free

  • Multiple dither patterns — Bayer, halftone, blue noise, crosshatch, ASCII
  • Real-time animation controls with speed and intensity
  • 3D rotation with auto-spin
  • Export as PNG or video (WebM/MP4)
  • Custom color schemes and text overlays
  • Inspiration gallery for creative starting points
Learn more about DotForge