In short
How they differ.
Worked out from the makers' own pages, read Oct 20, 2026. Prices change; check before you pay.
- Only Manus has a free plan.
- Manus's cheapest paid plan is cheaper: $20 a month against $200.
- Manus also has a web.
Side by side
The details.
| Manus | Comet | |
|---|---|---|
| Made by | Manus (acquired by Meta) · Singapore | Perplexity |
| What it says it is | “Manus is the action engine that goes beyond answers to execute tasks, automate workflows, and extend your human reach.” | “Comet browser by Perplexity is the AI browser that acts as a personal assistant.” |
| Free plan | Yes300 credits provided daily. | Not statedThe Comet page we read did not state whether it is free. |
| Plans | Pro: $20 a monthPro (higher tier): $40 a monthTeam: $20 a month | Max: $200 a month |
| Runs on | web, desktop app, mobile app (iOS) | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Latest update | China to review Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus, Jan 8, 2026 | — |
| Its terms | — | “This allows attackers to embed indirect prompt injection payloads that the AI will execute as commands.”In its terms · Brave blog |
| Disputes | None on file | None on file |
| Sources | Prices, Oct 20, 2026 · Description · company-reported | Prices, Jun 18, 2026 · Description · company-reported |
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