How Much Does Perplexity Cost?
Perplexity's consumer plans are per-month with a free tier — and its API is a separate, per-request bill that research agents drive hard.
The plan structure
A free tier with limited queries; Pro adds unlimited-ish usage and model choice.
Enterprise adds org controls.
Verify current pricing on Perplexity's site.
What people actually spend
Consumers: one plan or free.
Research teams: Pro seats + API usage.
Agents: Perplexity API billed per request — the uncontrolled part.
The agent angle
Research agents generate requests automatically. Per-request API spend is exactly what a firewall should cap.
Where the money goes
| Tier | Type | Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Consumer | Query limits |
| Pro | Consumer monthly | Seat × team |
| Enterprise | Org | Deploy scale |
FAQ
Is Perplexity free?
There's a free tier with limits. Verify current pricing.
How is the Perplexity API priced?
Per request, model-dependent — see the Perplexity API cost page.
Can I cap a research agent's Perplexity spend?
Yes — per-agent ceilings and category rules.
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