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AGGREGATE vs SUMIF 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 typesAGGREGATESUMIFDMAXOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsFor all*- CalculationExcel functions for performing various calculations
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionFor all*AGGREGATESUMIF
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.
SUMIF- Conditional Sum CalculationsSUMIF is known for Conditional Sum Calculations.
DMAX- Database Max ValueDMAX is known for Database Max Value.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionAGGREGATE- Combines multiple function capabilities
SUMIF- Originally created for financial reporting
DMAX- Originally part of Lotus 1-2-3 compatibility
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionAGGREGATE- The Swiss Army knife of Excel functions that nobody uses
SUMIF- Makes counting look complicated when simple math would do
DMAX- The maximalist's pride and joy
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyAGGREGATESUMIFDMAX
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
DMAX- RangeDMAX accepts Range as input data. Excel functions that operate on cell ranges and data sets
Version 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
AGGREGATE- Excel 2016AGGREGATE is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
SUMIF- Excel 2016SUMIF is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013SUMIF is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
DMAX- Excel 97DMAX is compatible with Excel 97 Excel functions that work in the classic Excel 97 version
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
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyAGGREGATESUMIFDMAXRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- RangeExcel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
AGGREGATE- NumberAGGREGATE accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
SUMIF- NumberSUMIF accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
DMAX- TextDMAX accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
- CriteriaDMAX accepts Criteria as input types Excel functions that use specific criteria for filtering and conditional operations
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
SUMIF- Easy To Use
- Versatile For Filtering SumsExcel functions that excel at calculating sums with various filtering options
- Clear Syntax
DMAX- Efficient With Large Datasets
- Reliable Results
- Excellent For Database Analysis
- Flexible Criteria
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.
SUMIF- Limited To Single Condition
- Can Be Slow With Large DatasetsFunctions that process large amounts of data may significantly impact spreadsheet performance Click to see all.
DMAX- Complex Syntax
- Database Structure Dependent
- Limited To Database RangesFunctions that only work with database-style ranges, limiting data structure options Click to see all.
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to AGGREGATE
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE
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is rated higher than AGGREGATE
SUMIFS
Known for Multiple Condition Sum
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE
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is more reliable than AGGREGATE
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is rated higher than AGGREGATE
MAXIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Max
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE
AVERAGEIF
Known for Conditional Average Calculations
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE
INDEX_MATCH
Known for Two-Way Lookup Power
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE
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performs better than AGGREGATE
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is more reliable than AGGREGATE
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is rated higher than AGGREGATE
LARGE
Known for Finding Nth Largest Value
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is easier to use than AGGREGATE