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AGGREGATE vs LAMBDA vs SUMIFS
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Basic Classification Comparison
Function Category 📊
Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function typesAGGREGATELAMBDASUMIFSOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsFor all*
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionFor all*AGGREGATELAMBDASUMIFS
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionAGGREGATE- Advanced Calculations With OptionsAGGREGATE is known for Advanced Calculations With Options.
LAMBDA- Custom Function CreationLAMBDA is known for Custom Function Creation.
SUMIFS- Multiple Condition SumSUMIFS is known for Multiple Condition Sum.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionAGGREGATE- Combines multiple function capabilities
LAMBDA- Brings programming concepts to Excel
SUMIFS- Enhanced version of SUMIF
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionAGGREGATE- The Swiss Army knife of Excel functions that nobody uses
LAMBDA- Like teaching Excel to speak programmer
SUMIFS- When one condition isn't complicated enough
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyAGGREGATELAMBDASUMIFS
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*AGGREGATELAMBDASUMIFSVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.AGGREGATE- Excel 2019AGGREGATE is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2016AGGREGATE is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
LAMBDASUMIFS- Excel 2019SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2016SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2013SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version Click to see all.
- Microsoft 365SUMIFS is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform Click to see all.
- Excel OnlineSUMIFS is compatible with Excel Online Excel functions optimized for use in the web-based Excel Online platform Click to see all.
- Excel 2007SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2007 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2007 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2010SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2010 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2010 version Click to see all.
Operating System 💾
Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platformsFor all*- WindowsExcel functions optimized for Windows operating system
- MacOSExcel functions optimized for MacOS users
LAMBDASUMIFSRequired Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyAGGREGATELAMBDASUMIFSRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionAGGREGATE- NumberAGGREGATE accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs Click to see all.
- RangeAGGREGATE accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations Click to see all.
LAMBDA- ArrayLAMBDA accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.
- AnyLAMBDA accepts Any as input types Excel functions that can process multiple types of input arguments without restrictions Click to see all.
SUMIFS- RangeSUMIFS accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations Click to see all.
- NumberSUMIFS accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs Click to see all.
- ArraySUMIFS accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionAGGREGATE- Versatile Calculation Options
- Ignores ErrorsExcel functions that skip over errors maintain formula continuity without breaking calculations Click to see all.
LAMBDA- Reusable CodeExcel functions with reusable code enable efficient formula implementation across different scenarios Click to see all.
- Custom FunctionsFunctions that allow user-defined customization and operations Click to see all.
- Recursive Capability
- Reusable Custom Functions
- Reduces Complexity
SUMIFS- Multiple Conditions
- Accurate Calculations
- Flexible For Multiple Criteria
- Handles Large DatasetsFunctions optimized for processing and analyzing large amounts of data efficiently Click to see all.
- Easy To UnderstandFunctions with clear and intuitive syntax that are simple to learn Click to see all.
- Multiple Conditions SupportExcel functions handling multiple conditions enable complex logical operations and flexible data filtering Click to see all.
- Accurate ResultsFunctions that provide precise and reliable computational results Click to see all.
- Flexible
- Versatile Conditional SummingExcel functions that can perform flexible conditional sum calculations based on multiple criteria Click to see all.
- Supports Multiple Criteria
- Powerful For Multiple Criteria
- Flexible Conditions
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionAGGREGATE- Complex Parameter RequirementsFunctions that need detailed parameter setup for operation, requiring specific input formats Click to see all.
- Steep Learning CurveFunctions that require significant time and effort to master Click to see all.
LAMBDA- Steep Learning CurveFunctions that require significant time and effort to master Click to see all.
- Modern Excel Only
- Recent Addition
- Advanced ConceptFunctions that require advanced Excel knowledge and complex understanding to use effectively Click to see all.
SUMIFS- Complex For Beginners
- Needs Sorted DataFunctions that only work correctly when the data is pre-sorted in a specific order Click to see all.
- Complex Syntax For Beginners
- Limited To Sum Operations
- Performance Issues With Large Ranges
- Cannot Use OR Conditions
- Complex Syntax
- Can Be Slow With Large DatasetsFunctions that process large amounts of data may significantly impact spreadsheet performance Click to see all.
- Limited To Sum Operation OnlyFunctions that can only add values without other mathematical operations Click to see all.
- Requires Sorted Data
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosAGGREGATELAMBDASUMIFS
Alternatives to AGGREGATE
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than AGGREGATE
⭐ is rated higher than AGGREGATE
INDEX_MATCH
Known for Two-Way Lookup Power📊 is easier to use than AGGREGATE
⚙ performs better than AGGREGATE
🛠 is more reliable than AGGREGATE
⭐ is rated higher than AGGREGATE
MAXIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Max📊 is easier to use than AGGREGATE
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting📊 is easier to use than AGGREGATE
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations📊 is easier to use than AGGREGATE
🛠 is more reliable than AGGREGATE
⭐ is rated higher than AGGREGATE
SUMIF
Known for Conditional Sum Calculations📊 is easier to use than AGGREGATE
AVERAGEIF
Known for Conditional Average Calculations📊 is easier to use than AGGREGATE