Perplexity is an AI-powered search engine that transforms how you discover and interact with information. Simply ask any question, and it searches the web to deliver accessible, conversational answers backed by verifiable sources. Each response includes citations and links to original sources, enabling you to verify the information and explore topics in greater depth.
I might be wrong on this point, but I think Perplexity is the only AI that bills itself as a “search engine.” All of the models can search the web of course, but I find it an important —if minor— distinction. I also like the “links to original sources” feature. Again, not sure if the other LLs do that consistently.
One of my favorite features is how Perplexity handles downloads. Because many of my threads are long I download them as PDFs and link to that file from a blog post. Or, send to a friend via email. I like the way Perplexity formats those threads.
I sometimes save a thread to my Google Drive and share that link but I like having the file. And I like Perplexity enough to pay $200 a year.