An extendable launcher for Mac and Windows that simplifies access to tools.
Product memo
Raycast gives developers and power users a fast, native launcher experience on Mac and Windows. It offers an extendable ecosystem of tools and thousands of extensions, allowing users to access and manage applications and workflows without leaving the launcher. This focus on speed, ergonomics, and a vast extension library reduces context switching and eliminates wasted time.
For who
Developers and power users on Mac and Windows
Solves what
Streamlines access to tools and information via an extendable launcher.
- Extendable launcher
- Productivity tools
- Native performance
In their own words
Your shortcut to everything.
A collection of powerful productivity tools all within an extendable launcher. Fast, ergonomic and reliable.
Commercial cues
Model
subscription
Free tier
Yes
Trial
14d
Pricing Strategy
- • A generous free tier encourages individual adoption and organic team growth.
- • 14-day trial lowers adoption risk.
Operator context
Operating setup
Team
VC / larger team
LLM classification
Founded
Nov 2025
HQ
Switzerland
Platform
Desktop
Audience
Developers
Market demand
Raycast keyword demand
5 keywords
Market demand is Starter-tier market intelligence.
Derived from this product’s latest SimilarWeb keyword mix — directional demand, not proof.
Builder Strategy
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Vc Growth
- Effort
- Small Team
About Raycast Expand
Raycast offers developers and power users a highly efficient way to interact with their computers. It replaces traditional application launching with a command-line interface, allowing users to control applications, search files, and execute custom scripts directly from the launcher.
The product's core strength lies in its vast library of extensions, which integrate with thousands of third-party services and tools. This focus on an extendable, native-performance experience helps users reduce context switching and automate repetitive tasks, making it a specific productivity hub for technical users on both Mac and Windows.