Comet

Comet is an AI browser with a built-in assistant that researches, summarizes, and completes tasks.

Comet is a new browser from Perplexity featuring a built-in AI assistant designed to handle a wide variety of web-based activities. It helps users research topics, compare news coverage, build basic websites, draft emails, create study plans, and make purchases. The assistant acts as a personal helper for delegating chores like managing inboxes, ordering groceries, checking finances, and planning vacations. It is available across multiple desktop and mobile operating systems. Comet aims to make browsing smarter, faster, and more integrated with artificial intelligence.

Comet at a glance

Best for: Student, Researcher, Product manager, Founder
Runs on: Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Pricing: Free
Released: July 2025
Category: AI search engine
Website: perplexity.ai

Key features

Researches and compares news coverage
Builds basic websites
Drafts email replies
Creates study plans from syllabi
Buys items online
Manages inboxes and orders groceries

Use it for

Researching complex topics across multiple sources
Drafting emails based on your schedule
Planning vacations and checking finances
Shopping for products online

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