Alfred
The veteran Mac launcher with deep workflows
- No reviews yetCategory: System & Productivity UtilitiesUpdated May 2026
Alfred is a long-standing Mac launcher for opening apps, searching files, and running web searches from a single hotkey. Its standout is Workflows — a visual builder for chaining actions, scripts, and integrations into custom automations.
Highlights
- Mature, stable, and very fast
- Powerful Workflow automations
- One-time purchase, no subscription
- Large community library of workflows
Alfred is the choice for people who want to pay once and build deep, durable automations with Workflows. It lacks the built-in AI that Raycast leans into, but its one-time license and rock-solid stability win over those tired of subscriptions. Pick Raycast for AI and a modern extension store; pick Alfred for ownership and automation depth.
When to use it
- mac_power_users
- automation_enthusiasts
- subscription_averse_buyers
Avoid if
- want_built_in_ai
- need_cross_platform
From GBP 34
Free for core launching; the paid Powerpack (one-time license, with a lifetime "Mega Supporter" option) unlocks Workflows, clipboard history, and more.
- AutomationNative
- Extensions / pluginsNative
- ThemingNative
- Keyboard shortcutsNative
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