Raycast AI
Raycast AI is a comprehensive productivity platform that seamlessly integrates artificial intelligence capabilities directly into your operating system. It combines leading language models like o3-mini, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, and DeepSeek R1 with powerful extensions to create an intelligent assistant that works natively with your OS.
Key Features
- AI Chat Interface: Access 32+ different AI models in one unified interface, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Perplexity, Mistral, Google, and more
- Quick AI: Instant access via hotkey for rapid queries and web search integration with inline references
- AI Extensions: Natural language interaction with your OS and applications - rename files, check Linear tickets, manage calendars, and more
- AI Commands: Automate repetitive tasks with customizable commands accessible via hotkeys
- Model Comparison: Regenerate answers with different models mid-chat to find optimal responses
- File Attachments: Chat with PDF documents, CSV files, and screen content with seamless OS integration
- Privacy-Focused: Local data storage with optional encrypted cloud sync, no model training on user data
Use Cases
- Developers: Code explanation, debugging assistance, and technical documentation
- Productivity: Calendar management, task automation, and workflow optimization
- Content Creation: Writing assistance, tone adjustment, and content summarization
- Research: Web search integration with AI-powered analysis and synthesis
- System Administration: File management, process control, and OS-level automation
Pricing Structure
- Free Tier: 50 free messages with access to basic models
- Pro + Advanced AI: Full access to premium models and advanced features
- Teams/Enterprise: Organization-wide deployment with admin controls and security features
Technical Integration
Built with Next.js and featuring deep macOS integration, Raycast AI offers native performance with extensive extension capabilities through its open-source extension store. The platform supports Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) for OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google models, providing flexibility for enterprise users.
Privacy & Security
All data is stored locally by default, with optional encrypted cloud sync. The platform maintains strict agreements with AI providers prohibiting model training on user interactions, ensuring complete privacy and data protection.
