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Perplexity

AI answer engine with cited sources

AI assistant that searches the web and answers questions with citations to its sources.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web, iOS, Android, Mac, Windows

Categories: AI

Perplexity is an alternative to

ChatGPT · Google

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Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Perplexity	Free plan	–	–	Web, iOS, Android, Mac, Windows
Le Chat	Free plan	–	–	Web, iOS, Android
DeepSeek	Free	–	–	Web, iOS, Android
Qdrant	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Web, API
Elephas	Paid	–	–	Mac, iOS
HyperWrite	Free plan	–	–	Web, Browser extension
Cline	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux

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Questions

Is Perplexity free?

Perplexity is free to start, with paid plans.

What platforms does Perplexity run on?

Perplexity is available for Web, iOS, Android, Mac, Windows.

What are some alternatives to Perplexity?

Similar indie products include Le Chat, DeepSeek, Qdrant, Elephas and 4 more.

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