Perplexity’s ‘Comet’ AI Browser Comes to Android: Early Access Begins
Perplexity's AI-powered Comet browser begins early access rollout for Android users, aiming to disrupt mobile search while raising security questions for agentic AI features.
Perplexity is bringing its AI browser, Comet, to Android. The company has started rolling out early access invites. More users will be added in the coming weeks.
A Perplexity spokesperson in a statement said, “We want Comet to become a daily assistant, not just a browser.”
Experts say this move could shake up the mobile browsing market. Many believe Comet could challenge traditional search habits on Android, where Google still dominates.
According to statcounter.com, Chrome is the most used browser globally with 73.22% market share.
Source: Browser Market Share Worldwide | Statcounter Global Stats
While that is true, Bengaluru-based tech analyst Rohan Desai says, “If Comet works smoothly on phones, it may change how younger users search and read online.”
But there are concerns. Security researchers warn that agentic AI, which lets the browser act on its own, may open new risks if not properly checked. Some audits claim early builds could be tricked by malicious sites.
“AI browsers are powerful, but they need strict safety layers,” said cybersecurity expert Meera Kulkarni. “People should be careful with sensitive tasks during early releases.”
How to get early access
Perplexity has opened a waitlist for Android users, and invites will be sent in phases. Comet followed the same, invite-only rollout on Windows and Mac before expanding to more users at the beginning of the year.
Android users can register through the Google Play Store or the Comet website. The company has said that Pro and Max subscribers, along with frequent users of its AI search, will get priority.
CEO Aravind Srinivas posted on X that invites are going out “in stages” and advised users to stay active on Perplexity to improve their chances.
Most users will receive access based on region, subscription tier and overall usage.
Why this matters
Comet’s arrival on Android signals a shift in how AI tools are moving into everyday browsing. Supporters say this could make research and reading faster. Critics say the technology needs more guardrails before mass adoption.
For now, Comet is arriving slowly, through invites, waitlists and limited rollout.
The larger question is whether users will trust an AI-powered browser to guide their daily online activity.
