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LaunchBar alternatives
LaunchBar compared with 6 alternatives: Alfred, Raycast, Quicksilver, Numi, PopClip and 1 more.
LaunchBar has a free plan. Paid plans start at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License). 4 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaunchBarThis tool | Free plan · from €35 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| Alfred | Free plan · from £34 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| Raycast | Free plan · from $96/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| Quicksilver | Free | Free | macOS |
| Numi | Free plan · from $29.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| PopClip | Free trial · from $12 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Soulver | Free trial · from $15 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from LaunchBar
- Free plan · from £34 one-time
Alfred
Mac launcher with hotkeys, snippets and custom workflows
- Alfred starts at £34 one-time purchase (Powerpack Single License). LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
- Alfred also covers workflow automation and text expansion.
- LaunchBar also covers file management and calculator.
Suits: Mac users who want a keyboard launcher without a subscription
- Free plan · from $96/yr
Raycast
Keyboard launcher with extensions, clipboard history and AI
- Raycast starts at $96 / year, billed annually. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
- Only Raycast lists Windows and iOS apps.
- Only Raycast lists a browser extension.
- LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Raycast also covers window management and text expansion.
Suits: Mac and Windows users who prefer the keyboard to the mouse
- Free
Quicksilver
Free, open-source keyboard launcher for macOS
- Quicksilver is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
- Quicksilver is open source, according to its own site.
- LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- LaunchBar also covers file management and calculator.
Suits: Mac users who want to act on files, apps and contacts from the keyboard
- Free plan · from $29.99 one-time
Numi
Text-based calculator for Mac with unit and currency conversion
- Numi starts at $29.99 one-time purchase (Numi License). LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
- Only Numi lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Numi also covers natural-language input.
- LaunchBar also covers launcher, clipboard manager and file management.
Suits: Mac users doing quick sums with currencies, units or percentages
- Free trial · from $12 one-time
PopClip
Pop-up bar of text actions when you select text on a Mac
- PopClip starts at $12 one-time purchase (Standard License, 2 years of updates). LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
- LaunchBar has a free plan. PopClip does not, though it has a free trial.
- PopClip also covers menu bar app.
- LaunchBar also covers launcher, clipboard manager, file management and calculator.
Suits: Mac users who select text with the mouse and want actions right at the pointer
- Free trial · from $15 one-time
Soulver
Notepad calculator for Mac, iPad and iPhone with an answer column
- Soulver starts at $15 one-time (iPhone only), or $59 one-time for Mac, iPad and iPhone. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
- LaunchBar has a free plan. Soulver does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Soulver lists an iOS app.
- Soulver also covers natural-language input.
- LaunchBar also covers launcher, clipboard manager and file management.
Suits: Working through multi-step sums with notes beside the numbers
Limits worth knowing in LaunchBar
- macOS only. Version 6.24 runs on macOS Tahoe and is also compatible with Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura and Monterey.
- Without a license, LaunchBar occasionally interrupts with an invitation to take a short break.
- Prices are shown in euros; the vendor's shop gave no US dollar price when it was read.
- The Family License is limited to one household and non-commercial use, and a Single License does not cover several users on several computers.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to LaunchBar?
The alternatives to LaunchBar in this directory are Alfred, Raycast, Quicksilver, Numi, PopClip and Soulver. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LaunchBar.
Is there a free alternative to LaunchBar?
Yes. Quicksilver is free to use. Alfred, Raycast and Numi have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which LaunchBar alternatives work on Windows?
The LaunchBar listing does not include a Windows app. Raycast and Numi list one.
Which LaunchBar alternatives work on Linux?
The LaunchBar listing does not include a Linux app. Numi lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to LaunchBar?
Quicksilver is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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