Perplexity
Perplexity is an answer engine that cites sources for every response, built around live web search with a choice of top models on the Pro plan.
- Brand
- Perplexity AI
- Category
- AI Tools
- Released
- 2022
- Price
- $20
- VersusAnything Score
- 50/100
Key features
- Citations on every answer
- Choice of top models on Pro
- Comet AI browser
Best for researchers who want sourced answers.
Perplexity specifications
| Developer | Perplexity AI |
|---|---|
| Tool type | AI search engine |
| Launched | 2022 |
| Free tier | Yes, with limited Pro searches |
| Entry paid plan (USD/month) | $20 |
| Image generation | Yes |
| Live web search | Yes |
| Voice mode | Yes |
| File and image upload | Yes |
| Developer API | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows |
| Best for | Sourced research and answers |
Score breakdown
- Capabilities (50%)
- Value (30%)
Scored against every AI tool in our database using the ai tools weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Citations on every answer
- Choice of top models on Pro
- Comet AI browser
- Strong capabilities score (65/100 within ai tools)
Cons
- Weaker value score (26/100 within ai tools)
Compare Perplexity against
Alternatives to Perplexity
- ChatGPT 50/100
- Google Gemini 58/100
- Claude 43/100
- Microsoft Copilot 45/100
- Grok 43/100
- Meta AI 71/100
Sources
- Perplexity: Perplexity AI official site (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.