How much does Raycast cost?

Raycast uses freemium pricing, starting from Free + paid plans. Check Raycast's site for current plans.

What are the best Raycast alternatives?

Top alternatives include AFFiNE, Akiflow, alfred_. See the full list of Raycast alternatives for a ranked comparison.

Raycast

Mac launcher with built-in AI commands.

AI ProductivityFreemium · Free + paid plans

Raycast is a Mac productivity launcher that replaces Spotlight with extensible commands, including built-in AI features for quick chat, writing help, and command automation.

Pros

+Fast, keyboard-driven launcher experience
+Extensible with a large community extension store
+Built-in AI commands for quick tasks
+Clean, native Mac feel

Cons

–Mac-only, no Windows/Linux support
–AI features require a paid add-on
–Some extensions vary in quality/maintenance

Best for

Developers Founders Designers

Common use-cases

• launching apps and commands quickly via keyboard
• running quick AI queries without switching apps
• automating small workflows via extensions
• managing clipboard history and snippets

Integrations

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Raycast FAQ

How much does Raycast cost?: Raycast uses freemium pricing, starting from Free + paid plans. Check Raycast's site for current plans.
What are the best Raycast alternatives?: Top alternatives include AFFiNE, Akiflow, alfred_. See the full list of Raycast alternatives for a ranked comparison.