What is Raycast AI?
Raycast AI connects everyday tasks through a system-level entry point. Quick AI addresses minor issues that arise at any moment, while AI Commands bind repetitive prompts to quick actions; projects, memories, and screen context can provide the agent with a more specific working backdrop.
Users can create agents with custom instructions and models, connect to AI Extensions, or schedule recurring tasks. The official website currently also supports using your own API keys, subscribing to certain pre-existing models, and working with local models; the terms and fees for these integration methods must be confirmed separately.
Raycast’s free tier includes basic productivity features but does not support AI; AI is available only in the paid Pro plan, with eligible new accounts eligible for a trial. According to official documentation, using Raycast’s built-in subscription or license key does not consume Raycast AI Credits, though this does not mean external services are free. Once Cloud Sync is enabled for chats, messages are stored encrypted on the server; “local-first” should not be interpreted as meaning all data remains exclusively on your device at all times.
Key features
Quick AI Quick Questioning
Reusable AI Commands
Project Commands and Custom Agents
Screen and File Context
AI Extensions tool connection
Automation of Repetitive Tasks with Built-in Models
Use cases and audience
Individuals and teams looking to integrate AI into their desktop workflows
- Desktop Text and Information Processing
- Connectors perform repetitive tasks
- Set up a dedicated agent for the project
Task prompts, files, screen context, and authorized tools
AI response, text processing result, or task operation
How to use
- 01
Confirm the AI plan for the current account, and choose either the built-in quota or a supported custom model connection.
- 02
Set up projects, agent instructions, or frequently used AI Commands.
- 03
Add files, screens, or extended context as needed, then proceed after verifying the results and permissions.
Pricing and availability
Paid
2026-10-25 Official Website FAQ: Raycast AI is a paid Pro service; eligible new accounts can access a Pro trial, with the page listing a trial allowance of 500 AI Credits. Subscriptions or API keys owned by the provider do not consume Raycast AI Credits; billing for these is handled separately by the provider. Monthly and annual plans, as well as model tiers, should be verified individually before settlement.
- Pricing source
- https://www.raycast.com/ai
- Pricing last updated
- 2026-10-25
Prices and limits may change. Check the official website for current terms.
Official website & sources
Updated on 2026-10-25

