#Comet browser FREE for all users in the world

Perplexity AI has made its Comet browser free for all users worldwide, expanding access beyond its initial launch for paid Max subscribers. The company announced the decision to combat low-quality internet content and challenge traditional browsers like Google Chrome with its AI-powered features

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Key features and details of the free Comet browser:

• AI-powered assistance: Comet's core feature is a "sidecar" AI assistant that can summarize content, answer questions, and perform complex multi-step tasks across web pages, all within the browser.
• Agentic search capabilities: The browser utilizes "agentic AI" to execute tasks on a user's behalf, such as drafting emails, managing tabs, comparing e-commerce products, and planning travel.
• Improved workflows: Comet organizes tabs and tasks into "workspaces" to reduce clutter and help users focus on complex projects and research without losing context.
• Chromium-based: Built on the Chromium framework, Comet is compatible with Chrome extensions and bookmarks, offering a familiar experience for users switching from other browsers.
• Availability: It is currently available for download on desktop for Mac and Windows, with mobile apps for iOS and Android in development.
• Free-tier limitations: The free version of Comet includes rate limits and provides access to the AI sidecar assistant.

Perplexity has also introduced tiered services for additional features:

• Comet Plus: A $5 per month subscription for free Comet users that provides access to curated news content from major publishers, including CNN, The Washington Post, and Condé Nast.
• Background Assistants: A more powerful, multi-tasking AI feature is available exclusively to Perplexity Max subscribers, who previously had sole access to the browser. 

Feature comparison

Feature	Perplexity Comet	Google Chrome
Primary purpose	An AI-powered personal assistant for research and productivity.	A fast, reliable, and user-friendly web browser.
AI integration	Built-in AI assistant ("Comet Assistant") in a sidebar on every tab that can summarize content, compare information across tabs, and automate multi-step tasks.	AI features like "AI Overviews" and search summaries are integrated into the search engine, not natively throughout the browser.
Productivity features	Organizes tabs and projects into "workspaces" to reduce clutter and maintain context. It can summarize video transcripts and manage schedules.	Relies on third-party extensions for advanced tab management and project organization.
Automation	Employs "agentic AI" to perform complex tasks on your behalf, such as booking travel, drafting emails, or comparing products.	Offers limited native automation. Users rely on extensions or Google's external services for these tasks.
Learning curve	Higher learning curve due to the different, AI-first workflow. It may feel "clunky" and cluttered for those used to minimalist browsing.	Almost no learning curve for existing users. The interface is highly familiar and intuitive.
Extensions	Built on the Chromium framework, so it is compatible with most Chrome extensions.	Has the world's largest extensions marketplace, offering thousands of add-ons for every purpose.
Ecosystem	Integrates with Perplexity's suite of AI services, including its search and premium news content (Comet Plus).	Integrates deeply with Google's entire ecosystem, including Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Docs.
Speed and stability	Still in its early stages of development. It may be prone to bugs, freezes, or performance issues.	Decades of optimization make it one of the fastest and most stable browsers on the market.
Privacy concerns	To deliver "hyper-personalized" ads and services, Comet collects a significant amount of user data, including browsing history and other interactions.	Google is well-known for tracking user data for advertising purposes, but many of its data collection practices have been in place for years and are familiar to users.

Who should use which browser? Choose Comet if:

You're a researcher or power user. The AI assistant that can summarize articles and compare information across tabs is a significant productivity booster.

• You want to automate tasks. If you like the idea of an AI helping you draft emails, plan travel, or shop, Comet's "agentic" capabilities are a huge differentiator.
• You're tired of search engine results pages. Comet is designed to give you direct answers and insights, reducing the need to click through multiple links