R.I.P. Scout26
Why don't you people who hate the new WM just install another one?
I think you're being overly critical of Unity because it doesn't fit your workflow, though, and I'm pointing out that it can work for a lot of other people.
Actually, mashing one button on the mouse and typing in the app's name would be about fastest and would suit MY needs well, as long as there was some facility to browse through apps if need be.