Researchers who want three models' answers compared side by side will like it, but only at Perplexity Max's $200 a month.
Kenning's take
What it does
Model Council sends one question to three AI models at once, by default one each from Anthropic, OpenAI and Google, and a separate model then writes a combined answer. The answer shows where the models agree, where they differ and what only one of them found. It is part of Perplexity Max on the web and iPhone app, and runs as a skill with two to eight models in Perplexity Computer on all paid plans.
- One question answered by three models at once
- Synthesised answer showing agreement and disagreement
- Choose which models sit on the council
- Thinking toggle for each model
- Two to eight models in Perplexity Computer, with full reports as files
Who it suits. Heavy Perplexity users checking research, purchases or decisions where a second and third opinion matter.
Key facts
- Category
- Search & quick answers
- Part of
- Perplexity
- Made by
- Perplexity
- Released
- 10 February 2026
- How to get it
- included in Perplexity Max and Enterprise Max on the web and in the iOS app (version 26.16.0 or later), with a monthly query cap; in Perplexity Computer on all paid plans, using credits
- Works on
- Web, iOS
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billed |
|---|---|---|
| Perplexity Max | $200 | month |
| Perplexity Max (annual) | $2000 | year |
| Enterprise Max | $Not stated | unknown |
Reviews and write-ups
- Storyboard18 2026-02-10
FAQ
Is Perplexity Model Council free?
No. It comes with Perplexity Max ($200 a month or $2,000 a year) and Enterprise Max, and is not on the Free or Pro plans.
Which models does Model Council use?
By default one frontier model each from Anthropic, OpenAI and Google, and users can swap models in the picker.
How do I use Model Council?
On the Perplexity website, click Search below the search bar, choose Model Council and type a question.
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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