mapifast vs Perplexity: research graph vs answer engine
Verdict
Perplexity answers questions with cited web links. mapifast turns long-form video into a navigable, source-grounded graph you can drill into and persist. Different tools — use mapifast when the input is a video and you need a structure.
| Feature | mapifast | Perplexity |
|---|---|---|
| Long-form video input | Native | Limited |
| Graph output | Yes | Linear answer |
| Persistent workspace | Yes (mindmaps) | Pages / threads |
| Quizzes | Built-in | No |
| Notion / Obsidian export | Native | Manual copy |
| Free plan | 10 maps/mo | Free tier |
FAQ
Which is better for citations?
Both cite sources; mapifast adds arXiv grounding for technical content.
Is mapifast an answer engine?
No — it builds research artefacts (mindmaps + notes + quizzes) you reuse.