Which Mac launcher fits a keyboard-first workflow?
6 apps · 36 factors
Raycast, Alfred, LaunchBar, Monarch, Sol, and Quicksilver compared across search, actions, clipboard, automation, extensions, AI, sync, privacy, and purchase model.
Reference score
Priority-weighted · 82% evidence · 1 must-have · 10 important
| App | Score | Payment | Price | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26pts | Free · Subscription | Free · $10/mo+ | 33 / 36 | |
 | 26pts | Free · One-time | Free · £34+ | 34 / 36 |
 | 20pts | Free · Paid license | Not confirmed | 29 / 36 |
 | 20pts | Free | Free | 29 / 36 |
 | 17pts | One-time | $30 · $45 | 26 / 36 |
| 17pts | Free | Free | 22 / 36 |
Complete audit
36 factors1 must-have10 importantFactors
App search
File search
Actions on results
Clipboard history
Window management
Custom commands / workflows
Extension ecosystem
Built-in AI
Web search
Browser bookmarks / history
Adaptive ranking
Instant send / selection handoff
Snippets
Text expansion
Calculator / conversions
Calendar integration
Quick notes
Emoji picker
System commands
File actions
Script support
Shell / terminal commands
AI actions / tools
Sync
Team sharing
Open source
Payment model
Current price
Device limit
Updates included
Trial / refund
Privacy / data handling
Support
What it does
macOS support
Cost over time · USD
£1 ≈ $1.36 · ECB · Aug 28, 2026