Perplexity is an AI tool that works like a search engine. Instead of a list of links, it gives a written answer and shows the web pages it used. That makes it easy to check facts, which is why many students, journalists and marketers use it for research.
Main features
- Answers with numbered sources for every claim.
- Choice of models from different companies, such as GPT, Claude and Gemini, on paid plans.
- Deep research reports that read many pages and write a structured summary.
- Comet, Perplexity’s own web browser with a built-in AI assistant.
- Connectors to hundreds of apps on paid plans.
Perplexity plans and prices
| Plan | Price | Who it is for |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Quick searches with a few Pro searches per day |
| Pro | $20 per month, or about $17 billed yearly | Students, marketers and researchers |
| Max | $200 per month | Heavy users who want the newest models |
| Enterprise Pro | $40 per seat per month | Teams that need privacy controls |
| Enterprise Max | $325 per seat per month | Large research teams |
There is also an education discount for verified students. On Enterprise plans, Perplexity says your data is not used for model training.
Perplexity vs ChatGPT
ChatGPT is a general assistant that can also search. Perplexity is a search tool first. For quick factual research with sources, Perplexity is often faster and easier to check. For writing long texts, creating images or building agents, ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini are better choices.
Tips for better results
- Ask specific questions with a place and a date, for example the market in Armenia in 2026.
- Open the sources for important numbers, because AI can still misread a page.
- Use deep research for reports and normal search for quick facts.
Prices and dates in this article were checked on November 10, 2026. AI companies change them often, so always confirm on the official pricing page before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Is Perplexity free?
Yes, the free plan covers normal searches and a few Pro searches each day. Pro costs $20 per month.
Is the Comet browser free?
Yes, Comet is free to download. Its agent features have higher limits on paid plans.
Can I trust Perplexity’s answers?
They are easier to verify than most AI answers because the sources are shown, but you should still open the source for any important fact.
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