Perplexity
An AI search that answers with source links. A "Google for the AI era" that dramatically shortens the first pass of research.
Excellent search-focused usability that answers with sources. Highly rated for its practical value in research.
| Category | Research & Search |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / Pro from $20/month |
| Japanese support | β |
| Maker | Perplexity AI |
What it does: Ask a question and it searches the latest web info, then answers with a summary plus source links. It also suggests follow-up questions to dig deeper.
Who it's for: People who do a lot of lookups and research, and those who want to use it while checking the evidence (sources).
Strengths: Every answer comes with sources, so fact-checking is fast. Strong on the latest information.
Watch-outs: Sources are sometimes thin articles, so read the original source for important decisions.
* Pricing and features change; check the official site for the latest, accurate details. β ratings and "our verdict" are the editorial team's subjective opinion.