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Perplexity
[US]GDPR
AI search engine that answers questions with cited sources
213 reviews
Free tierHas API
The best AI research tool available. Citations change the game for trust and fact-checking. Free tier is generous enough to evaluate properly.
What's great
- Inline citations for every answer
- Excellent search quality
- Strong free tier
Watch out for
- Pro search limits on free plan
- Can hallucinate despite citations
- No document collaboration
Quick Facts
Founded2022
PricingFrom $20/mo (Pro)
Free tierYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android
APIAvailable
CategoryAI Writing & Content
Q: What is Perplexity?
Perplexity combines AI chat with real-time web search, providing answers with inline citations. The best way to research topics when you need sourced, up-to-date information.
Q: How much does Perplexity cost?
Perplexity starts at $20/mo (Pro). A free tier is available with Limited daily searches, basic Q&A.
Q: Who is Perplexity best for?
Perplexity is best for researchers and content creators needing sourced answers.
Q: Is Perplexity free?
Perplexity offers a freemium model with a free tier. Paid plans start at $20/mo (Pro).
Best for
Researchers and content creators needing sourced answers
Not ideal for
Creative writing or fiction
Free
Free
Limited daily searches, basic AI answers
Pro
$20/mo
300+ Pro searches/day, file uploads, API access
Max
$200/mo
Unlimited Pro searches, priority, higher limits
Enterprise Pro
$40/user/mo
Team features, admin controls, SSO
View official pricing →Verified March 2026
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