Model Council is a multi-model research feature that runs queries across three AI models simultaneously and synthesizes one unified answer - available exclusively to Perplexity Max and Enterprise Max subscribers on web.
How does Model Council work?
Model Council queries three leading AI models at once (such as Claude Opus 4.6, GPT-5.2, and Gemini 3.1 Pro). A synthesizer model then:
Reviews all outputs
Resolves one combined answer that clearly shows where models agree and where they differ
This approach helps surface blind spots that any single model might have - giving more reliable answers for research that matters.
Who can access Model Council?
Model Council is available to Perplexity Max and Enterprise Max subscribers only.
It is not available to Free, Pro, Education Pro or Enterprise Pro subscribers.
Where can I use Model Council?
Model Council is currently available on web only. It is not yet available on mobile or desktop apps.
How do I access Model Council?
Go to the Perplexity homepage on web
Click the plus (+) button next to the search bar
Select Model Council
Can I choose which models are used?
Yes. Click on "3 models" in the search bar to see available options. You can toggle different models on or off (deselect one to choose another). Each model also has a "Thinking" toggle for deeper reasoning.
When should I use Model Council?
Model Council is ideal for queries where accuracy and balanced perspectives matter most:
Investment research - Get balanced views on stocks, markets, or financial decisions
Complex decisions - Evaluate major purchases, career moves, or strategic choices
Creative brainstorming - Surface gift ideas, travel plans, or content ideas by drawing on different models' strengths
Verification tasks - Cross-validate information when accuracy is critical
Why use multiple models?
Every AI model has blind spots - it may overlook context, lean toward certain perspectives or fill gaps with confident guesses. For research you plan to act on, relying on a single model can be risky.
Model Council helps by showing:
Where models converge - Move forward with confidence
Where models disagree - Know when to dig deeper
How much does Model Council cost?
Model Council is included with Perplexity Max at $200/month or $2,000/year, and with Enterprise Max.