Raycast AI Review: The Mac Launcher That Became My Co-Pilot
Raycast was a Spotlight replacement. It became one of the most-used AI tools on my Mac. The honest take.
By AI Productivity Hub Editorial Team6 min read
Raycast AI puts ChatGPT, Claude and custom commands one hotkey away — without leaving your current app. That's a deceptively powerful workflow.
What you get
- Spotlight-style launcher with extensions.
- AI Chat with GPT and Claude.
- AI Commands: select text, hit hotkey, transform.
- $8/user/month for AI features.
Verdict
Pros
- Frictionless AI access in any app.
- Custom Commands are a hidden gem.
- Extensions ecosystem is huge.
Cons
- Mac only.
- Free tier doesn't include AI.
Key takeaways
- If you're on a Mac, just try it.
- Custom Commands are the unlock.
- Replaces Alfred for most users.
Sources & further reading
Frequently asked questions
Does Raycast work on Windows?
Not yet — Windows beta is in development.
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