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Perplexity Comet AI Browser Goes Free For All: Here’s What Makes It Different From Chrome

Perplexity’s Comet offers an AI assistant on every tab, personalised suggestions, and smarter browsing. Free users can finally try it without paying.

Perplexity has made its AI-powered browser, Comet, free for all Mac and Windows users. Previously, only Perplexity Max subscribers could access it, but now anyone can try it without paying. Unlike traditional browsers like Chrome or Firefox, Comet is designed for people who use the internet heavily for work, research, or other tasks.

Instead of the usual tabbed setup, it offers a workspace that gives quick access to all the information you need. Millions of users had already joined the waitlist to try it out.

How Comet Works

The standout feature of Comet is the Comet Assistant, an AI tool similar to Edge’s Copilot. It can answer questions about a webpage, summarise content, and even navigate sites for you.

The browser keeps track of what you’ve read and what you’re working on, then suggests related content based on your interests. Inactive tabs are closed automatically, and reminders help you continue where you left off.

Each new tab comes with its own Comet Assistant, letting users ask different questions at the same time. Other built-in tools include Discover, which gives personalised news, and assistants for shopping, travel, finance, sports, and more.

Free Vs Paid Features On Comet

While many Comet features are now free, some remain exclusive to Max subscribers. The Email Assistant, for example, helps draft replies in your preferred tone, and the background assistant can perform tasks while you work on other things.

Free users won’t get these, but they can still access most of the AI tools for research, browsing, and content suggestions. Comet aims to reduce the hassle of traditional search engines by giving a more organised, AI-driven browsing experience.

It may take time to gain popularity compared to simple browsers like Chrome or Opera, but users who rely on the web daily for work may find it particularly helpful.

About the author Annie Sharma

Annie Sharma is a technology journalist at ABP Live English, focused on breaking down complex tech stories into clear, reader-friendly narratives. Gaining hands-on experience in digital storytelling and news writing with leading publications, Annie believes technology should feel accessible rather than overwhelming, and follows a clear, reader-first approach in her work.

For tips and queries, you can reach out to her at annies@abpnetwork.com.

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