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rustcast · v0.8.1 • auto-updates
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Application and utility launcher
brew install --cask rustcast 82
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v0.8.11d ago0.8.0→0.8.1
13d ago0.7.9→0.8.0
22d ago0.7.8→0.7.9
1mo ago0.7.6→0.7.8
Review
Apr 26, 2026Rustcast is a fast, open-source application launcher inspired by Raycast, built with Rust. It offers customization and workflow enhancements, ideal for those seeking an alternative to proprietary launchers.
Leverages Rust for speed, enabling quick app launching and utility access.
Maturity: Under active development with a growing GitHub presence, though still early in its lifecycle.
Community: Received positive feedback on Reddit, particularly in r/macapps, with notable engagement and scores.
Pros
- + Open-source and Rust-based for performance and security
- + Actively maintained with a responsive community
- + Customizable to fit various workflow needs
- + Lightweight and efficient
Cons
- - Still in early development with limited features
- - Smaller plugin ecosystem compared to established alternatives
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