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SUMIFS vs STOCKHISTORY vs SEARCH
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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 typesSUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCHOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsSUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionSUMIFS- Financial ProfessionalsSUMIFS is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AccountantsSUMIFS is designed for Accountants. Excel functions commonly used by accountants for financial tracking and reporting Click to see all.
- Data AnalystsSUMIFS is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY- Financial ProfessionalsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AnalystsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Analysts. Excel functions essential for data analysis and reporting Click to see all.
SEARCHPurpose 📝
Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel functionSUMIFS- Data AnalysisSUMIFS is used for Data Analysis. Functions specifically designed for analyzing data Click to see all.
- Financial CalculationsSUMIFS is used for Financial Calculations. Excel functions designed for financial analysis and monetary calculations Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionSUMIFS- Multiple Condition SumSUMIFS is known for Multiple Condition Sum.
STOCKHISTORY- Stock Data RetrievalSTOCKHISTORY is known for Stock Data Retrieval.
SEARCH- Case-Insensitive SearchSEARCH is known for Case-Insensitive Search.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionSUMIFS- Enhanced version of SUMIF
STOCKHISTORY- First native stock data function
SEARCH- Was inspired by word processing software
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionSUMIFS- When one condition isn't complicated enough
STOCKHISTORY- Like having a time machine for stock prices
SEARCH- Sometimes finds things you wish it hadn't
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelySUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersSUMIFS- NumberSUMIFS accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations Click to see all.
- ArraySUMIFS accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for text manipulation Click to see all.
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values Click to see all.
SEARCHVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.SUMIFS- 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.
STOCKHISTORYSEARCH- Excel 2019SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2016SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2013SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 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
SUMIFS- Web ExcelSUMIFS runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORYSEARCHRequired Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlySUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCHRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionSUMIFS- 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.
STOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing Click to see all.
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations Click to see all.
SEARCH
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionSUMIFS- 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
STOCKHISTORY- Real-Time Data
- Historical Prices
- Automatic Updates
- Comprehensive Info
SEARCH- Case Insensitive
- Flexible Search Options
- Returns Position
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionSUMIFS- 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
STOCKHISTORY- Subscription RequiredFunctions that don't require additional subscription costs for usage in Excel Click to see all.
- Internet DependentFunctions that need active internet connection to work, limiting offline use Click to see all.
SEARCH
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosSUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Alternatives to SUMIFS
MAXIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Max📊 is easier to use than SUMIFS
⚙ performs better than SUMIFS
⭐ is rated higher than SUMIFS
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting📊 is easier to use than SUMIFS
📈 is more versatile than SUMIFS
⚙ performs better than SUMIFS
⭐ is rated higher than SUMIFS
INDEX
Known for Advanced Data Retrieval📈 is more versatile than SUMIFS
⚙ performs better than SUMIFS
⭐ is rated higher than SUMIFS
SUMIF
Known for Conditional Sum Calculations📊 is easier to use than SUMIFS
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations📊 is easier to use than SUMIFS
⚙ performs better than SUMIFS
🛠 is more reliable than SUMIFS
⭐ is rated higher than SUMIFS
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments📊 is easier to use than SUMIFS
⚙ performs better than SUMIFS
🛠 is more reliable than SUMIFS
⭐ is rated higher than SUMIFS
SUMPRODUCT
Known for Matrix Multiplication Calculations📊 is easier to use than SUMIFS
📈 is more versatile than SUMIFS
⚙ performs better than SUMIFS
🛠 is more reliable than SUMIFS
⭐ is rated higher than SUMIFS
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than SUMIFS
⚙ performs better than SUMIFS
🛠 is more reliable than SUMIFS
⭐ is rated higher than SUMIFS