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SEQUENCE vs MAX vs AGGREGATE

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Basic Classification Comparison
Usage Context Comparison
Basic Information Comparison
History Comparison
Facts Comparison

Usage Information Comparison
Technical Details Comparison
Evaluation Comparison
Ratings Comparison

Basic Classification Comparison

Function Category 📊

Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function types

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Mathematical

Excel functions for performing mathematical calculations
Operation Type 🔧

Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputs

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Calculation

Excel functions for performing various calculations

Usage Context Comparison

For whom 👥

Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel function

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Data Analysts

Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation

SEQUENCE

Programmers

SEQUENCE is designed for Programmers. Excel functions useful for programming and automation tasks Click to see all.

Scientists

SEQUENCE is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.

MAX

Scientists

MAX is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

Statisticians

AGGREGATE is designed for Statisticians. Excel functions designed for statistical analysis and probability calculations Click to see all.
Purpose 📝

Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel function

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Data Analysis

Functions specifically designed for analyzing data

Basic Information Comparison

Known For ⭐

Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel function

SEQUENCE

Dynamic Number Series

SEQUENCE is known for Dynamic Number Series.

MAX

Finding Highest Value

MAX is known for Finding Highest Value.

AGGREGATE

Advanced Calculations With Options

AGGREGATE is known for Advanced Calculations With Options.

History Comparison

Creation Date 📅

Original release date of the Excel function

SEQUENCE

Excel 2019

SEQUENCE was created in Excel 2019. Functions introduced in Excel 2019 release Click to see all.

MAX

Excel 2.0

MAX was created in Excel 2.0. Functions introduced in the Excel 2.0 version release Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

Excel 2010

AGGREGATE was created in Excel 2010. Functions that were new in Excel 2010 version Click to see all.
Created By 👤

Organization or team responsible for developing the function

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Microsoft Excel Team

Functions officially created by the Microsoft Excel development team

Facts Comparison

Interesting Fact 💡

Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel function

SEQUENCE

Creates perfect arithmetic sequences

MAX

Works with arrays since Excel inception

AGGREGATE

Combines multiple function capabilities
Sarcastic Fact 🤣

Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel function

SEQUENCE

Like counting sheep but for insomnia-free Excel users

MAX

The function that always looks at the bright side of numbers

AGGREGATE

The Swiss Army knife of Excel functions that nobody uses

Usage Information Comparison

Formula Complexity Level 📖

Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectively

SEQUENCE

Advanced

SEQUENCE has a Advanced complexity level. Complex Excel functions for sophisticated calculations and operations Click to see all.

MAX

Simple

MAX has a Simple complexity level. Basic Excel functions for common calculations and tasks Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

Advanced

AGGREGATE has a Advanced complexity level. Complex Excel functions for sophisticated calculations and operations Click to see all.

Technical Details Comparison

Input Data Type 📝

Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parameters

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Number

Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations

AGGREGATE

Array

AGGREGATE accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
Version Compatibility 💻

Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.

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Excel 2019

Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version

SEQUENCE

Microsoft 365

SEQUENCE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform Click to see all.

MAX

Excel 2016

MAX is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

Excel 2016

AGGREGATE is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
Operating System 💾

Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platforms

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Windows

Excel functions optimized for Windows operating system
MacOS

Excel functions optimized for MacOS users

SEQUENCE

Excel Online

SEQUENCE runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel Click to see all.

MAX

Web Excel

MAX runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions Click to see all.
Required Arguments Count 🔢

Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properly

SEQUENCE

1

SEQUENCE needs 1 required arguments Click to see all.

MAX

1

MAX needs 1 required arguments Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

3

AGGREGATE needs 3 required arguments Click to see all.
Required Arguments Type 📊

The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the function

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Number

Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs

MAX

Array

MAX accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

Range

AGGREGATE accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations Click to see all.

Evaluation Comparison

Pros ✅

Key advantages and strengths of the Excel function

SEQUENCE

Automatic Sequence Generation

Dynamic Arrays

Flexible Steps

Generates Number Series

MAX

Simple To Use

Versatile

AGGREGATE

Versatile Calculation Options

Ignores Errors

Excel functions that skip over errors maintain formula continuity without breaking calculations Click to see all.
Cons ❌

Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel function

SEQUENCE

Modern Excel Required

Overflow Potential

New Versions Only

Limited Customization

MAX

Cannot Ignore Text Values

Limited To Numbers

Functions that can only process numerical values and cannot handle text or dates Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

Complex Parameter Requirements

Functions that need detailed parameter setup for operation, requiring specific input formats Click to see all.

Steep Learning Curve

Functions that require significant time and effort to master Click to see all.

Ratings Comparison

Ease of Use Score 📊

User-rated score for function's ease of use

SEQUENCE

8

User-rated score for function's ease of use (25%) Having high ease of use score means the function is more intuitive and user-friendly. Click to see all.

MAX

9

User-rated score for function's ease of use (25%) Having high ease of use score means the function is more intuitive and user-friendly. Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

7

User-rated score for function's ease of use (25%) Having high ease of use score means the function is more intuitive and user-friendly. Click to see all.
Versatility Score 📈

Rating for function's adaptability to different scenarios

SEQUENCE

9

Rating for function's adaptability to different scenarios (25%) Functions with higher versatility scores can be used in more diverse scenarios and applications. Click to see all.

MAX

7.5

Rating for function's adaptability to different scenarios (25%) Functions with higher versatility scores can be used in more diverse scenarios and applications. Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

9.8

Rating for function's adaptability to different scenarios (25%) Functions with higher versatility scores can be used in more diverse scenarios and applications. Click to see all.
Performance Score ⚙

Rating for function's execution speed and efficiency

SEQUENCE

9.5

Rating for function's execution speed and efficiency (25%) Functions with higher performance scores execute faster and use system resources more efficiently. Click to see all.

MAX

9.5

Rating for function's execution speed and efficiency (25%) Functions with higher performance scores execute faster and use system resources more efficiently. Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

9

Rating for function's execution speed and efficiency (25%) Functions with higher performance scores execute faster and use system resources more efficiently. Click to see all.
Reliability Score 🛠

Rating for function's consistency and error handling

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9.5
Score ⭐

Overall rating combining all scoring attributes

SEQUENCE

9

The overall score for SEQUENCE is 9. Click to see all.

MAX

8.9

The overall score for MAX is 8.9. Click to see all.

AGGREGATE

8.8

The overall score for AGGREGATE is 8.8. Click to see all.

Alternatives to SEQUENCE

Known for Finding Lowest Value

📊 is easier to use than SEQUENCE

Known for Advanced Filtering

🔢 needs fewer arguments than SEQUENCE

📈 is more versatile than SEQUENCE

Known for Named Calculations

🔢 needs fewer arguments than SEQUENCE

Known for Counting Numeric Cells

📊 is easier to use than SEQUENCE

Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations

📊 is easier to use than SEQUENCE

🛠 is more reliable than SEQUENCE

⭐ is rated higher than SEQUENCE

Known for Duplicate Removal

📊 is easier to use than SEQUENCE

Known for Multiplying Numbers Together

📊 is easier to use than SEQUENCE

Known for Round Numbers

🔢 needs fewer arguments than SEQUENCE

📊 is easier to use than SEQUENCE

⭐ is rated higher than SEQUENCE

Known for Calculate Loan Payments

🔢 needs fewer arguments than SEQUENCE

Known for Calculate Factorials

📊 is easier to use than SEQUENCE