After a few years I still use Listary as my main search/launcher. It's very quick, has a very nice look and great system of filters and projects. There are problem with new version to be released, but I'm talking about version number 5.
Streaks - The to-do list that helps you form good habits.
Keypirinha - A lightning fast and flexible keystroke launcher for Windows. No installation required (portable).
Taskful - Deadlines, meet your match.
Alfred - Alfred is an award-winning app for macOS which boosts your efficiency with hotkeys, keywords, text expansion and more. Search your Mac and the web, and be more productive with custom actions to control your Mac.
ToDoList - Windows desktop application to stay on top of your daily tasks.
Wox - An effective launcher for windows. A full-featured launcher, access programs and web contents as you type. Be more productive ever since. Wox is free for use and open-sourced at Github, Try it now! Download .