TOOLS
Alfred
Veteran Mac launcher with deep custom workflows
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Alfred is the long-running Mac launcher and workflow tool — predates Raycast by a decade. Pre-AI core; community workflows add AI through scripts. License is one-time ($39+) rather than subscription.
Editor's verdict
Honest take in 2025: Raycast has eclipsed Alfred for most users. Alfred's one-time license is a real cost advantage over time, but Raycast's polish and built-in AI win for new users. Stay with Alfred if you've heavily customized workflows; switch to Raycast if you're starting fresh.
Use cases
- mac launcher
- custom workflows
- productivity
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Last updated: 2026-04-29