Deep Research

Deep Research differs from Perplexity’s normal instant answers by operating more like a research analyst. When you ask a question, the system automatically breaks it into sub-questions, runs multiple queries across search engines and trusted databases, and aggregates results. It then writes a coherent, multi-section report with citations attached to each claim. The goal is to provide comprehensive, verifiable answers instead of quick but shallow responses.

Because of its approach, Deep Research can take minutes instead of seconds, but the trade-off is higher accuracy and broader coverage. It’s designed for analysts, professionals, and teams who need to explore new domains, check multiple perspectives, or rely on information for decision-making. Reports can be regenerated with different emphases, and results are transparent so you can click through to verify the underlying sources.

Typical uses include market research, technical deep dives, policy analysis, competitive intelligence, and any complex question where a single-shot LLM response would risk being incomplete or hallucinated.