Perplexity AI Launches Comet Browser for Indian Pro Users
Perplexity AI Brings Comet Browser to India
San Francisco, September 22, 2025 - Perplexity AI has officially launched its innovative Comet browser for all Perplexity Pro subscribers in India, making it the second country after the United States to gain access to this AI-driven browsing tool. The rollout began today, targeting India's rapidly growing digital economy.
A New Era of Smart Browsing
The Comet browser, first introduced in July 2025, is built on the Chromium framework but transforms traditional web browsing into an interactive experience. Unlike conventional browsers, Comet acts as a "smart agent," integrating Perplexity's advanced AI models including:
- OpenAI's GPT-4o
- Anthropic's Claude3.5Sonnet
- The company's proprietary Sonar LLM
Key Features Driving Adoption
The browser allows users to:
- Request webpage summaries directly
- Conduct product comparisons automatically
- Draft emails and schedule meetings
- Make restaurant reservations through conversational commands
A standout feature is its enhanced privacy protection, storing sensitive data like browsing history and credentials locally rather than on cloud servers.
Strategic Market Expansion
India represents a critical growth market for Perplexity due to:
- Its mobile-first internet user base
- Rapid digital transformation across industries The company has partnered with Bharti Airtel, India's largest telecom operator, to offer free Pro subscriptions to over 360 million users - a strategic move to accelerate adoption.
"Comet aims to be a thinking partner for users, not just a browser," stated Perplexity in their official announcement. The browser integrates seamlessly with enterprise tools like Gmail and calendar applications, reducing the need for constant app switching.
Pricing and Availability
The Comet browser is currently available exclusively through two subscription tiers:
- Perplexity Pro: $20/month
- Perplexity Max: $200/month
The mobile version is under active development, with Android pre-orders already open on Google Play. Early user reports highlight significant efficiency gains from features like voice mode and default ad blocking.
Key Points:
- Second major market launch after U.S.
- Combines multiple advanced AI models
- Focus on task automation and privacy
- Strategic partnership with Bharti Airtel
- Mobile versions coming soon
