Metaso (秘塔AI搜索) : China's AI-native search engine with direct answers and cited sources.

A popular AI-native search engine in China. Metaso uses large language models to provide direct, synthesized answers with cited sources, competing with traditional search engines through a conversational interface.

Does Metaso filter search results?

Metaso operates under Chinese internet regulations. It filters politically sensitive content and applies China's content restrictions to search results. This is standard for all Chinese search engines and AI search tools.

How does Metaso compare to Perplexity?

Metaso provides AI-generated answers with cited sources, similar to Perplexity. It excels at Chinese-language queries and has better coverage of Chinese websites and databases. English search quality is decent but not as comprehensive as Perplexity.

Can I use Metaso from the US?

Metaso (metaso.cn) is accessible globally but the interface is Chinese-only. It requires a Chinese phone number for some features. It is an AI-native search engine similar to Perplexity but focused on Chinese-language queries and sources.