Comparison
Microsoft Copilot vs Perplexity
A neutral side-by-side of two AI assistants tools. Summaries are original; pricing shown is each vendor's public model, not a quote. Some links are affiliate links — disclosure.
| Attribute | Microsoft Copilot by Microsoft | Perplexity by Perplexity |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Microsoft Copilot brings AI assistance directly into Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Its value is highest for offices that already live in Microsoft 365 and want drafting and summarizing inside those apps. | Perplexity is an AI answer engine that cites its sources, which makes it useful when an operator wants a quick researched answer they can verify rather than a black-box response. |
| Pricing | Per seat — Per-user add-on for Microsoft 365; see vendor pricing page. | Freemium — Free tier plus a paid Pro plan; see vendor pricing page. |
| Free trial | Not advertised | Yes |
| Visit | Visit Microsoft Copilot → | Visit Perplexity → |
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