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Manus vs. Perplexity Computer

See what each agent is suited for and jump to the details that matter for your task.

What matters for your task

Example task Research

Manus
A good fit if you want research and presentations produced in a cloud workspace
Perplexity Computer
A good fit if you already use a Perplexity Pro, Max or Enterprise plan and want to use Computer within it

Data and connections Check which files, apps or sources the agent can access.
Retrieving memories Check how the agent retrieves previous results or instructions.
Model choice Check which models your access includes and whether you can connect your own.

General-purpose agent and workspace

For research, presentations, and digital work products in a cloud workspace.

Orchestrating digital work agent

Digital worker for tasks across real user interfaces and connected services.

Tool category: General-purpose agents
Environment: Web, mobile and desktop. Fully local on supported Apple silicon Macs.
Selbstbetrieb: Not marked
Entry plan on pricing page: Enterprise Pro: $40/seat/month or $400/seat/year
Europe: Partly restricted
Sources reviewed: 9 October 2026

RequirementCloud computer costs extraPersistent processes require an active cloud computer plan; the standard workspace is temporary.
LimitationNo graphical desktop in the cloudThe cloud computer currently provides a command line. Manus Desktop is intended for files and apps on your own computer.
LimitationBack up files when canceling a cloud planWhen the plan ends, the virtual machine, including work files, installed tools, and databases, is deleted; delivered chat results remain available.

RequirementTeammates on individual MaxWeb research preview with an individual Max subscription and preview access. Enterprise Pro and Enterprise Max are not included by default at launch. Connected services require their own permissions.
RequirementRequirements for local Mac modeAvailable for Pro, Max and Enterprise on supported Apple silicon Macs with app version 26.42.0 or later. Perplexity recommends at least 36 GB of unified memory.
RequirementPro or Max subscription requiredThe product page lists Pro and Max subscriptions for Computer; the Microsoft 365 extension also lists Enterprise Pro and Enterprise Max.

Based on dated provider sources, not hands-on product tests. Prices and availability may change; each profile states its review date.