Microsoft Copilot vs Perplexity
Microsoft Copilot Microsoft
Microsoft’s assistant in Windows, Edge and Microsoft 365, where it drafts in Word, Outlook and Excel.
VisitPerplexity Perplexity AI
An answer engine that searches the web and replies with cited sources, plus its Comet browser.
VisitSide by side
| Property | Microsoft Copilot | Perplexity |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Product | Product |
| Category | AI assistants | AI search |
| Made by | Microsoft | Perplexity AI |
| Pricing | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Open source | No | No |
| API | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, Desktop, Mobile | Web, Desktop, Mobile, API |
| Startup | No | Yes |
Features
Only Microsoft Copilot
- writing
- image generation
- voice
- office
Both
- chat
- web search
Only Perplexity
- citations
- research