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Gauntlet vs Alfred: catalog facts
Gauntlet	Alfred
Free Free and open source.	Freemium Free base app; the Powerpack unlocks workflows and other advanced features.
macOS, Linux	macOS
Raycast-style launcher that is open source Plugins built with React	Custom workflows can automate multi-step tasks beyond simple app launching Clipboard history and snippets are built in
Smaller plugin ecosystem than Raycast Writing plugins requires JavaScript and React knowledge	Core launcher is free but workflows and clipboard history need the paid Powerpack macOS only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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