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COUNTIFS vs MAXIFS vs SUMIFS
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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 typesCOUNTIFS- StatisticalCOUNTIFS belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
MAXIFSSUMIFSOperation 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*COUNTIFS- Business ManagersCOUNTIFS is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- AnalystsCOUNTIFS is designed for Analysts. Excel functions essential for data analysis and reporting Click to see all.
MAXIFSSUMIFS
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- Multiple Criteria CountingCOUNTIFS is known for Multiple Criteria Counting.
MAXIFS- Multiple Criteria MaxMAXIFS is known for Multiple Criteria Max.
SUMIFS- Multiple Condition SumSUMIFS is known for Multiple Condition Sum.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- Enhanced version of COUNTIF
MAXIFS- Can handle up to 127 criteria pairs
SUMIFS- Enhanced version of SUMIF
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- The function that makes counting feel like detective work
MAXIFS- Like finding the tallest person who likes both pizza and sushi
SUMIFS- When one condition isn't complicated enough
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyFor all*
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*- ArrayExcel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data
- NumberExcel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
COUNTIFS- RangeCOUNTIFS 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 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
COUNTIFS- Excel 2019COUNTIFS is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2013COUNTIFS is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
MAXIFS- Microsoft 365MAXIFS is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
SUMIFS- Excel 2019SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2013SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
- Microsoft 365SUMIFS is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
- Excel OnlineSUMIFS is compatible with Excel Online Excel functions optimized for use in the web-based Excel Online platform
- Excel 2007SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2007 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2007 version
- Excel 2010SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2010 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2010 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
COUNTIFS- Web ExcelCOUNTIFS runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
SUMIFS- Web ExcelSUMIFS runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyCOUNTIFSMAXIFSSUMIFSRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- RangeExcel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
COUNTIFS- TextCOUNTIFS accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
MAXIFS- TextMAXIFS accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
SUMIFS- ArraySUMIFS accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- Flexible Criteria Options
- Multiple Conditions
- Easy To Use
- Handles Multiple Criteria
- Flexible
MAXIFS- Multiple Condition Support
- Array HandlingFunctions that efficiently process arrays and ranges of data
- Efficient Processing
SUMIFS- Multiple Conditions
- Accurate Calculations
- Flexible For Multiple Criteria
- Handles Large DatasetsFunctions optimized for processing and analyzing large amounts of data efficiently
- 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
- Accurate ResultsFunctions that provide precise and reliable computational results
- Flexible
- Versatile Conditional SummingExcel functions that can perform flexible conditional sum calculations based on multiple criteria
- Supports Multiple Criteria
- Powerful For Multiple Criteria
- Flexible Conditions
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- Complex Syntax For Multiple Criteria
- Performance Issues With Large Datasets
- Limited To Equal Conditions Only
- Case SensitiveFunctions where text matching is affected by letter case can cause unexpected results Click to see all.
MAXIFS- Requires Sorted Data
- Limited To NumbersFunctions that can only process numerical values and cannot handle text or dates Click to see all.
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
- Complex Syntax
- 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
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosCOUNTIFSMAXIFSSUMIFS
Alternatives to COUNTIFS
SUMIF
Known for Conditional Sum Calculations
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is easier to use than MAXIFS
SUBTOTAL
Known for Filtered Data Calculations
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is more versatile than MAXIFS
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is rated higher than MAXIFS
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than MAXIFS
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performs better than MAXIFS
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is more reliable than MAXIFS
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is rated higher than MAXIFS
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments
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performs better than MAXIFS
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is more reliable than MAXIFS
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is rated higher than MAXIFS
AGGREGATE
Known for Advanced Calculations With Options
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is more versatile than MAXIFS
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performs better than MAXIFS
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is more reliable than MAXIFS
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is rated higher than MAXIFS
INDEX
Known for Advanced Data Retrieval
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is more versatile than MAXIFS