Perplexity Labs
38 models across 2 families · Latest: Sonar Reasoning (2025-01)
Developing AI for complex problem-solving.
Perplexity Labs is an American AI research lab founded in 2022. Developing AI for complex problem-solving. Perplexity Labs ships 2 model families totaling 38 models, with the most recent release Sonar Reasoning in 2025-01. Notable families include Sonar and PPLX. Use it as a stable reference for lab background, release coverage, and follow-up model pages as they are added. Researchers and evaluators can scan counts, links, release history, and source references without leaving the directory.
About
Perplexity Labs develops AI systems that excel at solving complex problems and reasoning tasks. Their research explores novel approaches to machine learning, knowledge representation, and reasoning, aiming to create AI that can adapt to new situations and provide intelligent solutions. For example, their AI could be applied to optimize supply chain logistics, identify potential drug interactions in pharmaceutical research, or develop strategic plans in complex business environments. Software engineers and SaaS executives can leverage Perplexity Labs' research to build AI applications that tackle complex, real-world problems and drive innovation in their respective industries.
Featured models
| Model | Released | Context | Input price ($/1M) | Output price ($/1M) | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonar Reasoning | 2025-01-29 | - | $2 | $8 | Unknown |
| Sonar | 2025-01-21 | 131k | $1 | $1 | Unknown |
| Sonar Pro | 2025-01-21 | 205k | $3 | $15 | Unknown |
Model families
Recent releases
- Sonar Reasoning- 2025-01-29
- Sonar- 2025-01-21
- Sonar Pro- 2025-01-21
- Perplexity sonar-small-chat- 2024-11-04
- Perplexity sonar-small-online- 2024-11-04
FAQ
Who founded Perplexity Labs and when?
Perplexity Labs was founded in 2022 and is associated with San Francisco, California, United States.
What models has Perplexity Labs released?
Perplexity Labs ships 38 models across 2 families: Sonar and PPLX.
Is Perplexity Labs's technology open source?
Some Perplexity Labs models are open-weight (Llama 3 Sonar Huge 128K Online, Llama 3 Sonar Small 128K Online, and Llama 3 Sonar Small 128K Chat); others are proprietary (Perplexity sonar-small-chat, Perplexity sonar-small-online, and Perplexity sonar-medium-chat).
Where is Perplexity Labs headquartered?
Perplexity Labs is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.
What is Perplexity Labs known for?
Developing AI for complex problem-solving. Its most prominent tracked family is Sonar.
How can I access Perplexity Labs's models?
Perplexity Labs's models are available via OpenRouter and Perplexity Labs.
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Last reviewed: 2026-04-19. Data sourced from public lab announcements and provider documentation.