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Look vs Quicksilver
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Look
8.0Keyboard-first local launcher
Quicksilver
8.0Productivity application
| Metric | Look | Quicksilver |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Productivity | Productivity |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 165 | 38 |
| 90-day Installs | 165 | 137 |
| 365-day Installs | 165 | 687 |
| Version | 0.7.4 | 2.6.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.0K | 2.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 62 | 288 |
| Open Issues | 26 | 73 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Rust | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 25d ago | 8mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 23, 2026 | Nov 13, 2012 |
Reviews
Look
Look is a lightweight, keyboard-first launcher that serves as an alternative to Spotlight and Raycast. It offers cross-platform functionality and is built with Rust, appealing to users seeking a minimalistic and efficient workflow tool.
Look allows users to quickly launch applications and perform actions using keyboard shortcuts.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Cross-platform functionality
- + Open-source with active community support
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Niche app with a smaller user base
Quicksilver
Quicksilver is a productivity application that enables users to perform actions across applications and services with a single keystroke, making it ideal for those seeking to enhance their efficiency on macOS.
Enables users to perform actions across applications and services with a single keystroke.
Pros
- + Enhances productivity with quick actions across applications.
- + Supports complex workflows for efficient task management.
- + Regular updates and active community engagement.
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with Apple Silicon and macOS Big Sur.
- - Intermittent crashing reported by users.