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Raycast
Free / Pro $8/month4.7/5
Modern macOS/Windows launcher with AI, clipboard, snippets—free forever.
Why founders use Raycast
Command launcher
AI assistant (Pro)
Clipboard manager
Snippet expansion
Window management
Browser extensions
Cloud sync (Pro)
The Good
Fully-featured launcher free forever
Clipboard history & snippets included in free tier
Modern UI & fast performance
Affordable Pro at $8/month for AI features
Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows beta)
The Bad
Requires ongoing subscription for AI models
Windows version still in beta
Steep learning curve for advanced workflows
The Verdict
Raycast is a free, lightning-fast command launcher that transforms how indie hackers work on macOS and Windows. Unlike Alfred's dated interface, Raycast bundles clipboard history, snippet expansion, window management, and productivity extensions at no cost. The Pro tier ($8/month) unlocks AI features with GPT-4 and Claude, making it ideal for developers who want modern tools without enterprise pricing. Indie hackers love Raycast because core features—the ones competitors charge $34 for—are completely free, and the Pro price of $96/year is 3x cheaper than subscription-heavy alternatives.