SUM vs COUNTIF vs MATCH

Basic Classification Comparison

• Function Category 📊

  Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function types

  SUM

  • Mathematical

    SUM belongs to the Mathematical category. Excel functions for performing mathematical calculations  Click to see all.

  COUNTIF

  • Statistical

    COUNTIF belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations

  MATCH

  • Lookup & Reference

    MATCH belongs to the Lookup & Reference category. Excel functions for searching and referencing data across spreadsheets

• Operation Type 🔧

  Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputs

  SUM

  • Calculation

    SUM performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations

  COUNTIF

  • Aggregation

    COUNTIF performs Aggregation operations. Excel functions for combining and summarizing data  Click to see all.

  MATCH

  • Retrieval

    MATCH performs Retrieval operations. Functions specialized in fetching data from various sources