Raycast is a keyboard launcher for macOS with an extension ecosystem covering window management, clipboard history, calendar, and direct integrations with tools like Linear and GitHub. It also runs quick AI commands against selected text. The free tier covers the core launcher and most extensions.
Who it is for
A Mac-based developer who wants launcher, clipboard, and window control in one keystroke.
Key features
- Keyboard launcher with extension store
- Clipboard history and window management
- Calendar and meeting join shortcuts
- AI commands on selected text
- Cloud sync across Macs on Pro
- macOS only, no Windows client
Where it falls short
It is macOS only, and the habit of building launcher workflows can become its own form of procrastination.
Pricing
Free tier covers the launcher and most extensions; Pro is around $8 a month, and the gates are AI commands and cloud sync.
Prices move; the tier structure is the part that stays true. Check current pricing on Raycast.
Alternatives to Raycast
Frequently asked
Is Raycast free?
Partly. Free tier covers the launcher and most extensions; Pro is around $8 a month, and the gates are AI commands and cloud sync.
What is Raycast best for?
A Mac-based developer who wants launcher, clipboard, and window control in one keystroke.
What are the best alternatives to Raycast?
The closest substitutes we list are Toggl Track. They sit in a similar price bracket but make a different trade-off, so read the weaknesses section of each review before switching.
Which platforms does Raycast run on?
Raycast is available on macOS.