Alfred
Productivity app for macOS that boosts efficiency with hotkeys, keywords, file search, and custom workflows.
Our Verdict
Still the gold standard macOS launcher if you value stability and scripting over Raycasts newer polish.
Pros
- Lightning-fast launcher with fuzzy matching
- Powerful Workflows with scripting hooks
- Clipboard history and snippet expansion
- Large community workflow library
Cons
- Workflows locked behind Powerpack license
- macOS only, no Windows or Linux
- Raycast now offers similar features free
- Setup curve for advanced workflows
When to Use Alfred
Good fit if you need
- Custom macOS workflow to open dev environments instantly
- Keyboard-driven file search across project directories
- Snippet expansion for boilerplate code and email replies
- Automating repetitive file operations via custom scripts
- Quick-launch tool integrating with CLI tools via hotkeys
Pricing
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- Pricing Model
- freemium
- Free Tier
- Yes
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
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