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Maccy vs Raycast
Both stand on menu bar apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Mac
Maccy focuses on searchable clipboard history with local storage and keyboard controls. Its direct version is free, while the App Store listing is a separate one-time purchase.
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Free plan APIExtensioniPhone+2
Raycast brings built-in tools, extensions and AI features into a keyboard-focused launcher. The free plan has limits on Clipboard History and Notes, while Pro starts at $10 per month.
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| Maccy | Raycast | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Mac | API, Extension, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Maccy (App Store): $9.99, paid once | Raycast Pro: $96 a year |
| Plans published | 2 | 20 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | maccy.app | raycast.com |
| On menu bar apps | #9 of 23 | #5 of 23 |
Maccy: what it does well
- Searchable clipboard history
- Keyboard-first controls
- Clipboard data stays on Mac
- Custom exclusions and pause recording
- Shortcuts automation support
What to know first
- Requires macOS Sonoma 14 or higher
- App Store option costs $9.99, paid once
- macOS only
Raycast: what it does well
- Launcher provides keyboard access to built-in tools and workflows.
- Store offers community extensions and named integrations.
- Extension API supports custom integrations.
- Pro includes cloud sync and unlimited Clipboard History and Notes.
- Available on macOS, Windows, iOS and iPadOS.
What to know first
- Not currently available on Android.
- Free plan limits Clipboard History to three months.
- Free plan includes only five Notes.
- Pro costs $10 per month.
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