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Perplexity alternatives compared
An AI answer engine with an agent mode that plans multi-step work and runs connectors, with a model picker spanning free open models and paid GPT, Claude, Gemini and Grok tiers. The live site positions it as a cheaper alternative to Perplexity and Comet, with plans from Free to a $179 Power tier.
Use this guide to evaluate Perplexity alternatives compared against a defined workload. Compare the criteria below on the same sample before choosing a plan.
What to verify before buying
- Citations that support each answer
- Model access and usage limits
- Permissions for connector actions
- Cost per usable answer on the same tasks
Published product pricing
Free: $0 per month; Lite: $9 per month; Pro: $19 per month; Team per seat: $29 per month; Max: $89 per month; Power: $179 per month; Max annual: $890 per year; Power annual: $1,790 per year
Price evidence and scope
These products may serve different workflows. Prices are reproduced from dated source records and do not establish equivalent features, capacity or a lowest-price ranking. Confirm terms with the provider.
| Provider | Recorded price | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Perplexity Pro | [PRICE NEEDS VERIFICATION] | Provider source 2026-09-04 (F4511_ALLCO_PRICING) |
| Claude Max (Anthropic) | from $100 per month (cited on lumen.eliteaiempire.com/pricing 2026-10-26) | Provider source 2026-10-26 (as cited on Lumen's own pricing page) |
| ChatGPT Pro (OpenAI) | [PRICE NEEDS VERIFICATION] | Provider source 2026-10-26 (as cited on Lumen's own pricing page) |
| Google AI Ultra | [PRICE NEEDS VERIFICATION] | Provider source 2026-10-26 (as cited on Lumen's own pricing page) |