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SUMPRODUCT vs INDEX_MATCH vs SUBTOTAL
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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 typesSUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTALOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsSUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTAL
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionFor all*SUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTAL
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- Matrix Multiplication CalculationsSUMPRODUCT is known for Matrix Multiplication Calculations.
INDEX_MATCH- Two-Way Lookup PowerINDEX_MATCH is known for Two-Way Lookup Power.
SUBTOTAL- Filtered Data CalculationsSUBTOTAL is known for Filtered Data Calculations.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- Can multiply and sum arrays simultaneously
INDEX_MATCH- Used in 80% of advanced Excel formulas
SUBTOTAL- Can Perform 11 Different Operations
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- The function that makes accountants feel like they're doing linear algebra
INDEX_MATCH- The relationship status of Excel functions: It's complicated
SUBTOTAL- The Swiss Army Knife of Excel Functions
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelySUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTAL
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*SUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTALVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with , including Office 365, Excel 2019, 2016, etc.For all*- Excel 2019Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
INDEX_MATCHOperating 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
INDEX_MATCHRequired Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlySUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTALRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*SUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCH- RangeINDEX_MATCH accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations Click to see all.
- NumberINDEX_MATCH accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs Click to see all.
SUBTOTAL
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- Powerful For Array CalculationsExcel functions optimized for array calculations handle multiple values simultaneously for efficient processing Click to see all.
- Handles Multiple Arrays
- Powerful Array Handling
- Flexible
INDEX_MATCH- More Flexible Than VLOOKUP
- Can Search Both Ways
- Better Performance
- Column Independent
SUBTOTAL- Ignores Hidden Rows
- Multiple Functions
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- Complex Syntax For Beginners
- Limited To Numeric Data
- Complex Syntax
- Performance Intensive
INDEX_MATCH- Requires Two Functions
- Steeper Learning Curve
- Complex Syntax
SUBTOTAL- Function Code Memorization
- Limited Operations
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosSUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTALPerformance Score ⚙
Rating for function's execution speed and efficiencySUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTALReliability Score 🛠
Rating for function's consistency and error handlingSUMPRODUCTINDEX_MATCHSUBTOTAL
Alternatives to SUMPRODUCT
SUMIFS
Known for Multiple Condition Sum🔢 needs fewer arguments than SUMPRODUCT
COUNTA
Known for Count Non-Empty Cells📊 is easier to use than SUMPRODUCT
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting📈 is more versatile than SUMPRODUCT
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations📊 is easier to use than SUMPRODUCT
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than SUMPRODUCT
MAXIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Max🔢 needs fewer arguments than SUMPRODUCT
DMAX
Known for Database Max Value🔢 needs fewer arguments than SUMPRODUCT