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Perplexity

14 research-agent/Perplexity/ACTIVE/aka Perplexity Deep Research, Perplexity Labs

Perplexity is the answer-engine that grew into a research agent: Deep Research and Labs modes run multi-step searches, build reports, and even produce dashboards and mini-apps.

SEC.01

What it does

  • 01Answer engine + citations
  • 02Deep Research mode
  • 03Labs (reports, dashboards, apps)
  • 04Model choice
  • 05Comet browser agent
  • 06API (Sonar)
SEC.02

Who it's for

Fast, citation-first research for individuals — the strongest free tier in the category.

PRICING

Pricing

Free; Pro $20/mo; Max $200/mo. List prices as checked against the vendor's pricing page on 2026-09-25; plans change often, so confirm before deciding.

caveat · before you adopt

Deep Research/Labs quotas sit behind Pro/Max; Perplexity's publisher-content controversies are worth knowing about if you publish its outputs.

ALT

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FAQ

Frequently asked

What is Perplexity?

Perplexity is the answer-engine that grew into a research agent: Deep Research and Labs modes run multi-step searches, build reports, and even produce dashboards and mini-apps.

Who is Perplexity for?

Fast, citation-first research for individuals — the strongest free tier in the category.

How much does Perplexity cost?

Free; Pro $20/mo; Max $200/mo. List prices as checked against the vendor's pricing page on 2026-09-25; plans change often, so confirm before deciding.

Does Perplexity run locally or in the cloud?

Perplexity runs in the vendor's cloud. Its interfaces are a chat surface (Slack, messenger, or web app), an API or protocol.

What are alternatives to Perplexity?

Other research agent entries in the catalog: ChatGPT Deep Research, Gemini Deep Research, Genspark, Hebbia (Matrix), Elicit, AlphaSense. Different categories solve the same problem differently — see the Research & analyst agents category page for tradeoffs.

What should I know before adopting Perplexity?

Deep Research/Labs quotas sit behind Pro/Max; Perplexity's publisher-content controversies are worth knowing about if you publish its outputs.