17.9
Raycast is a productivity toolkit organized around an extendable launcher.
Free planiOSAPIExtension
Alternatives to Alfred
Alfred is a Mac-focused launcher for opening apps, searching files and the web, and controlling actions through hotkeys, keywords, and custom workflows. Its search prioritizes results according to Mac usage. Powerpack adds clipboard history for text, images, and file paths, snippets, connected workflows, file operations, and preference syncing between Macs. Alfred Remote provides iOS control when the phone and Mac share a network. The free core handles app launching and file…
27.7
Launchy is a free cross-platform utility for opening programs, files, folders, and websites with a few keystrokes.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidAPILinux
37.4
Dropzone is a Mac app for drag-and-drop workflows involving files, applications and services.
Free planAPImacOS
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PortableApps.com Platform
PortableApps.com Platform lets users assemble a portable collection of apps for a synced cloud folder, a local PC, or a USB drive.
Free planOpen sourceLinuxmacOSWindows7.4Free plan - 5
True Launch Bar
Free planWindows7.3$19.90 one-time - 6
dmenu
dmenu is a free Linux dynamic menu for X that helps manage large collections of user-defined items.
Free planOpen sourceLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted7.2Free plan - 7
Executor
Executor is a free Windows desktop workflow application for launching tasks from commands or hotkeys.
Free planOpen sourceSelf-hostedWindows7.2Free plan - 8
GiMeSpace QuickMenu
GiMeSpace QuickMenu is a Windows task launcher and switcher that opens at the mouse cursor when you press an assigned mouse or keyboard key.
Free planWindows6.7Free plan - 9
Winstep Nexus Dock
Winstep Nexus Dock provides one-click access to frequently used applications, folders, documents, and commands through a customizable dock for Windows.
Free planWindows6.7$12.95 one-time - 106.6Free plan
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Appetizer
Appetizer is a free, open-source application launcher dock for Windows that organizes shortcuts and folders.
Free planAPISelf-hostedWindows6.5Free plan - 12
Cerebro
Cerebro is an open-source desktop launcher for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.4Free plan - 13
6.4Free plan - 146.4Free plan
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ADW Launcher
ADW Launcher 2 is an Android launcher for changing a device’s home screen.
Free planAndroid6.2Free plan - 16
KISS Launcher
KISS Launcher is a free Android launcher for finding apps and contacts through a search box.
Free planAndroid6.2Free plan - 17
PowerToys Command Palette
PowerToys Command Palette is a customizable Windows interface for launching apps, running commands, searching files, browsing the web, and opening system tools.
Free planWindows6.2Free plan - 18
Butler
macOS6.1$20 one-time - 19
Flow Launcher
Flow Launcher is a free, open-source search and app launcher for Windows 10 and later.
Free planWindows6.1Free plan - 206.1Free plan
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Rofi
Rofi is a free utility for switching windows, launching applications, opening an SSH login dialog, and providing menu workflows.
Free planLinuxmacOS6.1Free plan - 22
SlickRun
SlickRun is a free floating command-line utility for Windows that opens programs, websites, and other actions from typed commands.
Free planWindows6.1Free plan - 23
SyMenu
SyMenu is a free portable application launcher and Start Menu replacement for Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Free planWindows6.1Free plan - 24
WinLaunch
Free planWindows6.1Free plan - 25
ActiveDock
macOS6.0$19.99 one-time - 26
Cairo-Dock
Cairo-Dock is a Linux desktop interface built around docks, desklets, and panels.
Free planLinux6.0Free plan - 27
PStart
PStart is a free Windows tray tool for launching applications you choose, including portable programs stored on USB keys or removable disks.
Free planWindows6.0Free plan - 28
Quicksilver
Quicksilver is a free, open-source macOS productivity application for controlling a Mac from the keyboard.
Free planmacOS6.0Free plan - 296.0Free plan
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Keybreeze
Keybreeze is a free, open-source Windows utility for performing computer tasks with a few keystrokes.
Free planWindows5.9Free plan