Why 50% of Developers Use Raycast 2.0 Over Alfred 5.0 in 2026: 300 Mac Developer Survey

Why 50% of Developers Use Raycast 2.0 Over Alfred 5.0 in 2026: 300 Mac Developer Survey The macOS launcher space has long been dominated by Alfred, but 2026 survey data from 300 active Mac developers reveals a seismic shift: 50% now use Raycast 2.0 as their primary launcher, outpacing Alfred 5.0’s 35% adoption rate among respondents. This technical deep dive breaks down the survey methodology, key findings, and technical reasons behind Raycast’s rapid rise. Survey Methodology The survey was dist