Perplexity
An AI answer engine that searches the web and shows its sources for every reply
by Perplexity AI Inc. · listed Nov 3, 2026
Quick verdict
Worth installing if you search the web often and value being able to check sources. The free version is enough for most people; consider Pro only if you rely on deep research.
Best for People who want quick, sourced answers to questions instead of digging through search results
Reviewed by AppsPicks on Nov 3, 2026. How we review
Perplexity review
Perplexity is an AI search app. You type or speak a question, and instead of a list of links you get a written answer pulled from current web sources, with numbered citations you can tap to check. It suits students, researchers and curious people who want quick, sourced answers without opening a dozen tabs. A Pro subscription adds deeper research modes and a choice of models from companies like OpenAI and Anthropic.
Day to day it works like a search box that talks back. You can ask follow-up questions in the same thread, save useful threads to your library, and browse a Discover feed of topics. Voice mode is handy for hands-free questions. On iPhone there are also assistant features for tasks like drafting emails, plus Labs for building reports. Your history syncs with the web version.
Why we picked it: The citations make it easier to verify answers than with most chatbots, and the free tier is useful on its own.
Watch out for: AI answers can still misread or misquote sources, so check the links on anything important, and the most capable modes sit behind the Pro subscription.
What we like
- Cites sources inline so you can check where answers came from
- Follow-up questions keep context within a thread
- Voice input for spoken questions
- Syncs threads and library across devices and the web
- Free tier covers everyday searching
What could be better
- Answers can still contain errors or misread sources
- Deep research and model choice require a Pro subscription
- Some features, like the assistant and Labs, are listed for iOS but not Android
Questions about Perplexity
Is Perplexity free?
Yes, the app is free to download and use for standard searches. Perplexity Pro is an optional in-app subscription that unlocks deeper research modes and more model options.
Which platforms does it run on?
It is available on iPhone through the App Store and on Android through Google Play, and it also works in a web browser with your history synced.
Does it work offline?
No. It searches the web live to build its answers, so it needs an internet connection.
How is it different from ChatGPT?
Perplexity is built around web search and shows citations for its answers by default, while general chatbots focus more on conversation and writing. Many people use both.
From the developer: how Perplexity describes itself
Perplexity—Where Knowledge Begins. Accurate answers to any question, backed by sources and citations.
Cut through the clutter and get straight to credible, up-to-date answers. This free app syncs across devices and leverages the power of the top AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta, and more.
Features:
· Perplexity Pro Search & Deep Research: Guided AI search for deeper exploration.
· Thread Follow-Ups: Keep the conversation going for a deeper understanding.
· Assistant: Draft emails, schedule appointments, book reservations, and more.
· Perplexity Labs: Bring your reports and projects to life faster than ever before.
· Voice: Instant, up-to-date answers whether you type or say it.
· Trust Built In: Cited sources for every answer.
· Discover: Learn new things from the community.
· Your Library: More than search history, it's a curation of your discoveries.
Download Perplexity now and continue your journey to better knowledge and understanding.
Text from the app store listing, quoted for reference. Our own take is above.
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