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Perplexity
An AI search tool that answers questions with links to the sources it used.
Free plan
Price
Free to sign up. Pro: US$17 a month billed annually. Max: US$167 a month billed annually.
Free plan
A free account is available; paid plans add more advanced answers and top AI models.
Best for
Quick research with sources, such as supplier comparisons, regulations to look up, or local market questions.
Watch out for
Always open the cited sources before relying on an answer.
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Questions
Does Perplexity have a free plan?
Yes. A free account is available; paid plans add more advanced answers and top AI models.
How much does Perplexity cost?
Free to sign up. Pro: US$17 a month billed annually. Max: US$167 a month billed annually.
What are the alternatives to Perplexity?
Alternatives include ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM).
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