PerplexityGet, got worseUS
Max no longer 'practically unlimited'
Perplexity Max's advanced models and Labs are no longer practically unlimited; limits now apply
What changed
- Advanced AI models (Max)
- Was Before: “no restrictions on volume or frequency”
- After: “minimal limits on volume or frequency”
- Labs queries (Max)
- Was Before: “Practically Unlimited”
- After: “Extended limits”
- Pro Searches (Max)
- Was Before: “Unlimited”
- After: “Weekly limits (advanced use)”
What this means for you
Max subscribers now have usage caps on advanced models, Pro Search and Labs (Create files and apps) for the same $200 a month.
How we know
An archived copy of Perplexity's plan comparison from Jan 5, 2026 says Max has no restrictions on volume or frequency.
By Feb 7, 2026, an archived copy says Max has minimal limits and weekly Pro Search limits.
Sources
- Help Center: Which Perplexity subscription plan is right for you? (before, Jan 5 2026) · archived copy
- Help Center: Which Perplexity subscription plan is right for you? (after, Feb 7 2026) · archived copy
Full research notes
Perplexity's plan comparison of January 5, 2026 said Max includes 'Practically Unlimited Access to Full Suite of Advanced AI Models … with no restrictions on volume or frequency' and 'Practically Unlimited Labs Queries', with 'Unlimited' Pro Searches a day. By February 7, 2026 it says Max gets advanced models and file and app creation 'with minimal limits on volume or frequency' and 'Extended limits for Create files and apps Queries', and lists Max Pro Searches as 'Weekly limits (advanced use)'. The price stayed $200 a month.
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