Perplexity MCP

Local · stdio

Perplexity AI's official MCP server: it gives an agent access to the Sonar search models — from quick web search to multi-step deep research with cited sources. Four tools — perplexity_search, perplexity_ask, perplexity_research, perplexity_reason — cover different depths, from a short fact to a full research report. Billed per request, starting at $5 per 1,000.

Why this server

perplexity_research runs a multi-step investigation with citations instead of one answer
Four modes for different task depths — from a quick fact to a full sourced report
Sonar models combine search and reasoning — less manual stitching of results
Stdio only, paid access only — no free tier to try it first

Usage examples

Prompt: Check whether PyPI's publishing rules changed after 2025

Result: The agent called perplexity_ask with the question and got a concise answer with sources and update dates cited.

Prompt: Prepare a full report on the vacuum-sealer market as of 2026

Result: The agent called perplexity_research with the report topic — the server ran a series of searches and returned a structured document with citations.

Local server

This MCP runs locally on the user's machine (stdio), so availability isn't tracked — rely on reviews and the rating instead.

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