Perplexity, the AI-powered search engine competing with Google, has expanded its offerings with the launch of Perplexity Labs, a new tool for subscribers to its $20-per-month Pro plan. Available on web, iOS, and Android, Perplexity Labs allows users to create a variety of content, including reports, spreadsheets, dashboards, and more. The tool is designed to help users complete work and personal projects by using AI to perform tasks like generating advanced files, creating mini apps, and conducting research.
The new tool is part of Perplexity’s larger strategy to go beyond its search engine roots and diversify into corporate-focused functionality. Labs leverages advanced tools like web search, code execution, and chart and image creation, allowing users to craft custom reports, visualisations, and interactive web apps in about 10 minutes. Perplexity says Labs is meant to make it easier for users to complete complex tasks and produce a wider array of deliverables.
The company is also expanding into other domains with tools such as Comet, a web browser currently in preview, and its acquisition of Read.vc, a social media platform for professionals. Perplexity’s ongoing shift toward serving corporate clients comes as the company reportedly seeks to raise $1 billion in capital at an $18 billion valuation. The increased focus on enterprise tools, like the enterprise plan launched last summer, reflects the startup’s ambition to accelerate its growth in the competitive AI landscape.
Perplexity Labs offers more than just text-based results; users can now view and download organized files like charts, images, and code from their workflow. However, as with any AI-driven product, Labs may not always hit the mark, so users will need to assess its real-world performance. Still, the feature represents a significant step forward for the company as it looks to position itself as a comprehensive AI solution for both individuals and businesses.
The release of Perplexity Labs also coincides with the introduction of Manus’ new slide deck creation tool, marking a broader trend of AI-powered applications helping to streamline content creation and enhance productivity. With the potential for rapid growth, Perplexity is pushing ahead with an aggressive strategy, focusing on expanding its capabilities to meet the growing demands of AI in business and technology.
