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SUMPRODUCT vs SUMIFS vs DMAX
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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 typesSUMPRODUCTSUMIFSDMAXOperation 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*SUMPRODUCTSUMIFS
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- Matrix Multiplication CalculationsSUMPRODUCT is known for Matrix Multiplication Calculations.
SUMIFS- Multiple Condition SumSUMIFS is known for Multiple Condition Sum.
DMAX- Database Max ValueDMAX is known for Database Max Value.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- Can multiply and sum arrays simultaneously
SUMIFS- Enhanced version of SUMIF
DMAX- Originally part of Lotus 1-2-3 compatibility
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionSUMPRODUCT- The function that makes accountants feel like they're doing linear algebra
SUMIFS- When one condition isn't complicated enough
DMAX- The maximalist's pride and joy
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelySUMPRODUCTSUMIFSDMAX
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*- NumberExcel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
- ArrayExcel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data
DMAXVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*SUMPRODUCTSUMIFS- 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.
DMAXOperating 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
SUMIFSRequired Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlySUMPRODUCTSUMIFSDMAXRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*SUMPRODUCTSUMIFS- 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.
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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
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
DMAX- Efficient With Large Datasets
- Reliable Results
- Excellent For Database Analysis
- Flexible Criteria
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionFor all*- Complex Syntax
SUMPRODUCT- Complex Syntax For Beginners
- Limited To Numeric Data
- Performance Intensive
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
- 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
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Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosSUMPRODUCTSUMIFSDMAX
Alternatives to SUMPRODUCT
COUNTA
Known for Count Non-Empty Cells📊 is easier to use than SUMPRODUCT
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations📊 is easier to use than SUMPRODUCT
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting📈 is more versatile than SUMPRODUCT
MAXIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Max🔢 needs fewer arguments than SUMPRODUCT
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than SUMPRODUCT
INDEX_MATCH
Known for Two-Way Lookup Power🔢 needs fewer arguments than SUMPRODUCT
📈 is more versatile than SUMPRODUCT