Best App Launcher Software in 2026
Updated
In short: Raycast is ranked #1 of 40 as of 3 October 2026, ahead of Alfred and Keypirinha. The best-ranked option with a free plan is Alfred. The lowest first paid tier on this page is Raycast at $8/mo.
If you want faster access to apps, files, commands, or repeatable workflows, compare launchers by the tasks they support and the platforms you use. Raycast, Alfred, and Wox are among the first ranked options. Command launching and file search distinguish common uses, while workflow support and plugin support indicate other listed capabilities to consider. Check whether shortcut limits suit your habits, and whether cloud sync and supported platforms fit your setup. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing add context when comparing plans. The ranked order helps you navigate the entries, while these criteria can clarify whether a launcher fits a focused app-opening routine or a broader workflow.
40 app launcher software ranked on what their makers publish — plans and prices, free tiers, platforms and the facts on their own pages.
| # | Platform | Score | Why | From | Free plan | Paid from | Supported platforms | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raycast | 7.4 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | $8/mo | Yes | 10 /mo | cross-platform | View |
| 2 | Alfred | 5.9 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | Free | Yes | — | macos | View |
| 3 |  Keypirinha | 5.9 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | Free | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 4 |  Launchy | 5.9 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | Free | Yes | — | cross-platform | View |
| 5 | Ueli | 5.9 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | Free | Yes | — | cross-platform | View |
| 6 |  Walker | 5.9 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | Free | Yes | — | linux | View |
| 7 |  Winstep Nexus Dock | 5.8 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | Free | Yes | — | — | View |
| 8 | Wox | 5.8 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | cross-platform | View |
| 9 |  Dropzone | 5.7 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | Free | Yes | — | macos | View |
| 10 |  foot | 5.7 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | linux | View |
| 11 |  dmenu | 5.6 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | linux | View |
| 12 |  Executor | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 13 | Flow Launcher | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 14 |  GiMeSpace QuickMenu | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 15 | Keybreeze | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 16 |  Kupfer | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | linux | View |
| 17 | Pinokio | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | cross-platform | View |
| 18 | PowerToys Command Palette | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 19 |  PStart | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 20 |  Quicksilver | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | macos | View |
| 21 |  Rofi | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | cross-platform | View |
| 22 |  SlickRun | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 23 |  SyMenu | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 24 | True Launch Bar | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | windows | View |
| 25 |  Ulauncher | 5.5 | RecognisedAPIDocumented | — | Yes | — | linux | View |
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Numbered spots on this list can be sponsored. They are labelled, and the editorial order and scores never change for payment.
Questions about this list
Which app launcher software is ranked first on Inferse?
Raycast is ranked #1 of 40 with a score of 7.4. Alfred is second and Keypirinha third.
How many of these have a free plan?
8 of the 25 on this page publish a free plan on their own pricing pages.
Which is the cheapest paid option?
On this page, Raycast has the lowest first paid tier we found: $8/mo.
How is this list ranked?
Ranked on what each maker publishes, open and connectable first: a public API, open-source code, the depth of its documentation and a free tier to try it on. Model lists are sorted by the figure in their title, exactly as each provider publishes it. Paid placements never change a rank.