AI Tools Review

Perplexity: Sonar Pro Search

By Perplexity

Released: 2025-10-30

API
LLM
RAG
Perplexity
Paid
New

Perplexity Sonar Pro Search, developed by Perplexity AI, features 200k-token context window. Exclusively available on the OpenRouter API, Sonar Pro's new Pro Search mode is Perplexity's most advanced agentic search system. It is designed for deeper reasoning and analysis. Pricing is based on tokens plus $18 per thousand requests. This model powers the Pro Search mode on the Perplexity platform. Sonar Pro Search adds autonomous, multi-step reasoning to Sonar Pro. So, instead of just one query + synthesis, it plans and executes entire research workflows using tools. Premium pricing at $3.0/1M tokens reflects its advanced capabilities.

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AI-Powered

Leverages advanced AI technology to deliver cutting-edge capabilities and results.

Fast & Efficient

Optimized performance ensures quick results without compromising on quality.

Purpose-Built

Specifically designed for llms tasks and workflows.

Perplexity Model Timeline

Perplexity: Sonar Pro SearchCurrent

200k tokens context

Perplexity: Sonar Reasoning Pro

128k tokens context

Perplexity: Sonar Pro

200k tokens context

Perplexity: Sonar Deep Research

128k tokens context

Perplexity: Sonar

127k tokens context

Specifications

pricing$3.00 / $15.00 (per 1M)
context Window200k tokens

AI Evaluation

4.8
Expert Rating
Text4.9/5
Coding3.5/5

Combines language understanding with search capabilities. Excels at finding and synthesizing information from various sources.

Pros

  • 200k token context window
  • Advanced logical reasoning
  • Agent-ready with tool use
  • Built-in search capabilities

Cons

  • Higher cost tier
  • API integration required