What is it?
Perplexity is a search engine that gives you a written answer instead of a list of links, with a source number next to each sentence. Choose whether to search scientific websites or people's discussions. Deep Research produces a report.
Who uses it?
- Anyone who needs current information with its source.
- A student or researcher looking for references.
- Someone comparing products before buying.
What can you use it for?
| Use | What you'll create |
|---|---|
| A question with sources | A short answer whose sources you can open. |
| Comparison | A table comparing options, with links. |
| Research report | Deep Research on a topic. |
Key features
- Answers with sources.
- Choose source types.
- Deep Research.
- Spaces for organizing research.
Plans and pricing
There's a free plan and paid plans offering more Deep Research and models.
Prices and limits change often, so we don't list them here. Open the official plans page to see what's available now.
See current plans and pricing ↗How to get started
- Open perplexity.ai.
- Write your question with its details.
- Open the two most important sources and check the information.
Limits and alternatives
- Open the source. Not every link supports the sentence next to it.
Alternatives to compare
Guides to help you use it
Define the research question and suitable sources, choose quick search or Deep Research, and review the report before relying on it.
←Written guideHow do you use AI for your master's thesis or doctoral dissertation?From choosing a topic to references, reading, and writing, without made-up references or problems with your university.
←Frequently asked questions
Is it better than Google?
It saves time when you want a combined answer, but you still need to open the sources.
Is it free?
There's a free plan.