On October 2, 2025, Perplexity AI made its AI-powered Comet browser available worldwide for free. This move opens up the browser to all users after a limited launch earlier this year.
Smart Features
Comet serves as a personal web assistant. It helps users search online, organize browser tabs, draft emails, shop, and handle other tasks with ease, Perplexity says.
From Paid to Free
Comet debuted in July for Perplexity Max subscribers at $200 a month, drawing millions to its waitlist. The overwhelming demand led Perplexity to offer it free to everyone.
Facing Rivals
By going free, Comet aims to capture users in a competitive field. Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic rolled out their own AI browsers in 2025, intensifying the race for market share.
Perplexity’s Roots
Perplexity is known for its AI search engine, which provides clear answers and links to original sources. In 2024, it tackled plagiarism issues by launching a revenue-sharing model with publishers.
Premium Option
In August, Perplexity introduced Comet Plus, a paid plan offering exclusive content from trusted outlets like CNN, The Washington Post, Fortune, and Le Monde.
Upcoming Features
Perplexity plans to launch a mobile version of Comet and a Background Assistant feature. This tool will manage multiple tasks at once, boosting user productivity.
Why It Matters
Comet’s global rollout makes advanced AI tools accessible to all, challenging tech giants. It positions Perplexity as a leader in the fast-growing AI browser market.
What’s Next
In October 2025, Perplexity will add new features and grow partnerships. These steps aim to strengthen Comet’s role in transforming how people browse the web.
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