Comet – Perplexity AI’s New Browser Aims to Redefine the Rules

For years, leading web browsers have followed the same formula: a window, a search bar, and a row of open tabs. This summer, Perplexity AI introduced Comet, an AI-powered browser built on Chromium architecture, meaning it supports Chrome extensions and allows for an easy transition from other browsers, including importing bookmarks, passwords, and settings.

AI at the Core

In Comet, artificial intelligence isn’t an add-on, it’s the main feature. The built-in AI assistant can summarize articles, translate pages in real time, search the web on your behalf, and even perform practical tasks like booking hotels, restaurants, or scheduling meetings, all without leaving your current page. Everything runs in a sidebar, so you can continue working uninterrupted.

Availability and Pricing

For now, Comet is available exclusively to Perplexity Max subscribers, which costs $200 per month, or via invitation. A broader basic version with limited features has been announced, but it has not yet been publicly released.

Availability and Pricing

For now, Comet is available exclusively to Perplexity Max subscribers, which costs $200 per month, or via invitation. A broader basic version with limited features has been announced, but it has not yet been publicly released.

Platforms and Development

The browser currently runs on Windows and macOS, with Linux and mobile versions in development.

Enterprise Edition

For businesses, Comet for Enterprise Pro offers integrations with Slack, Gmail, and CRM systems, as well as enhanced privacy and data security controls. This edition comes with corporate licenses and pricing tailored for larger teams.

Privacy and Performance

To handle complex tasks, Comet requires access to emails, calendars, contacts, and other personal data. Perplexity states that all data is encrypted and user-controlled, though the “local processing” option is not yet widely available. Reviews note slightly higher RAM usage compared to Chrome, along with occasional inaccurate (“hallucinated”) responses during summarization.

Comet is still in its early stages, but it already demonstrates how AI could transform the way we browse the web. Instead of being a passive tool, the browser becomes an active digital collaborator, opening up new possibilities and new questions about the future of browsing.