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AVERAGEIF vs CEILING vs AVERAGEIFS
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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 typesAVERAGEIF- StatisticalAVERAGEIF belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
CEILINGAVERAGEIFS- StatisticalAVERAGEIFS belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
Operation 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 functionAVERAGEIF- Data AnalystsAVERAGEIF is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Business ManagersAVERAGEIF is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
CEILING- EngineersCEILING is designed for Engineers. Excel functions commonly used in engineering calculations and analysis Click to see all.
- ScientistsCEILING is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
AVERAGEIFS- Data AnalystsAVERAGEIFS is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Financial ProfessionalsAVERAGEIFS is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
Purpose 📝
Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel functionAVERAGEIF- Data AnalysisAVERAGEIF is used for Data Analysis. Functions specifically designed for analyzing data Click to see all.
- Statistical AnalysisAVERAGEIF is used for Statistical Analysis. Excel functions designed for statistical calculations and data analysis Click to see all.
CEILINGAVERAGEIFS
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionAVERAGEIF- Conditional Average CalculationsAVERAGEIF is known for Conditional Average Calculations.
CEILING- Upper RoundingCEILING is known for Upper Rounding.
AVERAGEIFS- Multiple Criteria Based AverageAVERAGEIFS is known for Multiple Criteria Based Average.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionAVERAGEIF- Used over 1 billion times monthly
CEILING- Used in Scientific Calculations
AVERAGEIFS- Can Handle Up To 127 Criteria Pairs
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionAVERAGEIF- Makes statisticians feel superior with basic math
CEILING- Helps Numbers Reach Their Higher Self
AVERAGEIFS- Makes Simple Averages Feel Inadequate
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyAVERAGEIFCEILINGAVERAGEIFS
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
AVERAGEIFS- ArrayAVERAGEIFS accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
- RangeAVERAGEIFS 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.AVERAGEIF- Excel 2019AVERAGEIF is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016AVERAGEIF is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013AVERAGEIF is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
CEILING- Excel 2019CEILING is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016CEILING is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
AVERAGEIFS- Excel 2007AVERAGEIFS is compatible with Excel 2007 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2007 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
- Web ExcelExcel functions available in web-based versions
AVERAGEIFS- Excel OnlineAVERAGEIFS runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyFor all*Required Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
AVERAGEIF- RangeAVERAGEIF accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
AVERAGEIFS- ArrayAVERAGEIFS accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
- RangeAVERAGEIFS accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionAVERAGEIF- Easy To UnderstandFunctions with clear and intuitive syntax that are simple to learn
- Handles Basic Conditional Averaging
CEILING- Predictable Results
- Engineering FriendlyFunctions specifically designed for engineering calculations and analysis
AVERAGEIFS- Flexible Criteria Selection
- Multiple Condition Support
- Easy To UnderstandFunctions with clear and intuitive syntax that are simple to learn
- Multiple Conditions SupportExcel functions handling multiple conditions enable complex logical operations and flexible data filtering
- Flexible Range SelectionFunctions that enable selecting dynamic ranges and cell references flexibly
- Easy To Use With Multiple CriteriaFunctions that handle multiple conditions efficiently
- Versatile For Complex Analysis
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionAVERAGEIF- Limited Condition Options
- Single Criteria Only
CEILING- Limited To Upward Rounding
- Single Direction
AVERAGEIFS- Complex Syntax
- Limited Data Type SupportFunctions that work with only specific data types, restricting versatility Click to see all.
- Can Be Slow With Large DatasetsFunctions that process large amounts of data may significantly impact spreadsheet performance Click to see all.
- Limited To Numeric Values Only
- Limited To Numerical Data Only
- Requires Careful Range Selection
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosAVERAGEIFCEILINGAVERAGEIFSPerformance Score ⚙
Rating for function's execution speed and efficiencyAVERAGEIFCEILINGAVERAGEIFSReliability Score 🛠
Rating for function's consistency and error handlingAVERAGEIFCEILINGAVERAGEIFS
Alternatives to AVERAGEIF
COUNT
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is more versatile than AVERAGEIF
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COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
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is more versatile than AVERAGEIF
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIF
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIF
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is more versatile than AVERAGEIF
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is more reliable than AVERAGEIF
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIF
AVERAGE
Known for Basic Statistical Calculation
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIF
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is more versatile than AVERAGEIF
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performs better than AVERAGEIF
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIF
COUNTIF
Known for Counting With Conditions
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is more versatile than AVERAGEIF
PRODUCT
Known for Multiplying Numbers Together
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIF
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIF