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Raycast vs Alfred: catalog facts
Raycast	Alfred
Freemium Free for core features; Pro plan adds AI and team features.	Freemium Free base app; the Powerpack unlocks workflows and other advanced features.
macOS, Browser extension	macOS
Extension ecosystem lets the launcher do far more than app switching Clipboard history and window management are built in	Custom workflows can automate multi-step tasks beyond simple app launching Clipboard history and snippets are built in
macOS only Some advanced features and team functionality require a paid plan	Core launcher is free but workflows and clipboard history need the paid Powerpack macOS only
Downloadable app, Browser extension	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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