
What is Comet by Perplexity?
Comet is a web browser built for today’s internet, transforming search into an interactive, context‑rich journey. With advanced generative algorithms and a sleek design, Comet delivers swift, precise answers that empower smarter decisions.
Problem
Users face slow, fragmented search experiences with traditional search engines, requiring manual sifting through multiple links and lacking contextual answers.
Solution
A generative AI-powered search engine (web browser tool) that provides real-time, summarized answers with source citations, enabling users to get precise, context-aware responses instantly. Example: Query about climate change triggers a concise, sourced summary.
Customers
Researchers, students, professionals, and content creators seeking rapid, accurate information with minimal effort.
Unique Features
Combines LLM-driven summaries with real-time web indexing, source citations, and a clean, ad-free interface for seamless, trustworthy search.
User Comments
Saves hours of research time
Answers are well-sourced and clear
Loved the focus mode for deep work
Better than ChatGPT for up-to-date info
Occasional inaccuracies but improving
Traction
10M+ monthly active users, $20M+ raised (2023 funding round), $3M+ ARR, featured in Forbes/TechCrunch
Market Size
Global search advertising market projected to reach $400 billion by 2027 (Statista 2023)