Perplexity AI

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AI-powered search engine with sourced, conversational answers

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About Perplexity AI

Perplexity AI is an AI search engine that combines large language models with real-time web search to deliver conversational, sourced answers. Unlike traditional search engines, Perplexity synthesizes information from multiple sources and presents comprehensive answers with citations. It supports Pro Searches with advanced reasoning, file uploads, AI image generation, and access to top models.

Features

Real-time web search with AI

Cited sources for all answers

Pro Search with advanced reasoning

Multi-model access (GPT-4, Claude)

File upload and analysis

AI image generation

Pricing Plans

Free

• Unlimited Quick Searches
• ~3 Pro Searches/day
• Basic features

Pro

$20/month

• 300+ Pro Searches/day
• Top AI models
• AI image generation

Max

$200/month

• Highest limits
• Newest models
• Maximum performance

Pros

+ Excellent free tier
+ Always provides citations
+ Education discount available
+ Clean distraction-free interface

Cons

- Pro Search daily limits
- Max plan expensive at $200/month
- Can synthesize inaccurate info
- Enterprise pricing is steep