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Raycast

A blazing-fast launcher with AI built in.

Overview

Raycast is a Mac productivity launcher that runs commands, scripts, and integrations, with built-in AI for quick answers, writing help, and automation. Power users use it to control their whole workflow from the keyboard.

Key features

  • Command launcher
  • Built-in AI
  • Extensions
  • Snippets and clipboard
  • Automation

Pros

  • + Extremely fast
  • + Huge extension library
  • + Keyboard-driven

Cons

  • Mac-first
  • AI is a paid add-on
  • Learning curve

Best for

ProductivityQuick AI answersWorkflow automation

Frequently asked questions

Is Raycast free?
Raycast uses a freemium model: there is a free tier, with paid plans starting at $8/mo (Pro).
What is Raycast used for?
A blazing-fast launcher with AI built in. It is commonly used for productivity, quick ai answers, workflow automation.
Does Raycast offer an API?
No, Raycast does not currently offer a public API.
What are the best Raycast alternatives?
Popular Raycast alternatives include ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Claude Code. You can compare them on HUMAGENTLAB.