What Perplexity does
- Answers with source citations (Pro gives about 10x more citations)
- Research mode for in-depth reports
- Choice of advanced models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and others (paid)
- Create files and apps such as reports, spreadsheets and dashboards (paid)
- Comet browser assistant and desktop apps for Windows and Mac
Plans and prices
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pro | Not shown | See the official site for the current price |
| Max | $200/month or $2,000/year | Annual billing only on the web app |
| Enterprise Pro | $40/month or $400/year per seat | Discounts for eligible education and nonprofit organisations |
| Education Pro | $10/month | Requires student or educator verification via SheerID |
Prices in US dollars from Perplexity's official help centre. Check the official site for the current Pro price; prices in India may differ. Checked on 2026-11-05.
Good to know
- Free plan: 3 Pro Searches per day and 1 Research query per month
- Paid plans have weekly and monthly caps on Pro Search, Research and file/app creation
- Advanced model access in the web interface does not cover API use, which is billed separately
Who it suits
People who want quick web research with sources they can check, from casual questions to in-depth reports.
Questions
Is Perplexity free?
Free (Standard): nearly unlimited basic searches, search history, limited file uploads, 3 Pro Searches per day and 1 Research query per month; automatic model selection.
How much does Perplexity cost?
Prices in US dollars from Perplexity's official help centre. Check the official site for the current Pro price; prices in India may differ.
Who makes Perplexity?
Perplexity is made by Perplexity AI.
Who is Perplexity for?
People who want quick web research with sources they can check, from casual questions to in-depth reports.
Sources
- www.perplexity.ai/pro
- www.perplexity.ai/help-center/en/articles/11187416-which-perplexity-subscription-plan-is-right-for-you
- www.perplexity.ai/help-center/en/articles/11680686-perplexity-max
- www.perplexity.ai/help-center/en/articles/10352901-what-is-perplexity-pro
- www.perplexity.ai/help-center/en/articles/19800002-get-started
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