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PMT vs SUMIFS vs KURT
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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 typesPMTSUMIFSKURT- StatisticalKURT 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 functionPMT- Financial ProfessionalsPMT is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AccountantsPMT is designed for Accountants. Excel functions commonly used by accountants for financial tracking and reporting Click to see all.
SUMIFS- Financial ProfessionalsSUMIFS is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AccountantsSUMIFS is designed for Accountants. Excel functions commonly used by accountants for financial tracking and reporting Click to see all.
- Data AnalystsSUMIFS is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
KURTPurpose 📝
Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel functionPMTSUMIFS- Data AnalysisSUMIFS is used for Data Analysis. Functions specifically designed for analyzing data Click to see all.
- Financial CalculationsSUMIFS is used for Financial Calculations. Excel functions designed for financial analysis and monetary calculations Click to see all.
KURT
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPMT- Calculate Loan PaymentsPMT is known for Calculate Loan Payments.
SUMIFS- Multiple Condition SumSUMIFS is known for Multiple Condition Sum.
KURT- Measuring Data PeakednessKURT is known for Measuring Data Peakedness.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPMT- Most used function in banking industry
SUMIFS- Enhanced version of SUMIF
KURT- Named after mathematician Karl Pearson
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPMT- The function that reminds you of your debts
SUMIFS- When one condition isn't complicated enough
KURT- Makes statisticians excited and everyone else confused
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyPMTSUMIFSKURT
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
SUMIFSKURTVersion 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
- Excel 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
SUMIFS- 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
- Web ExcelExcel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyPMTSUMIFSKURTRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
SUMIFS- RangeSUMIFS accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
- ArraySUMIFS accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
KURT- ArrayKURT 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 functionPMT- Accurate Calculations
- Industry StandardExcel functions recognized as industry standards ensure widespread compatibility and reliability
- Reliable
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
KURT- Advanced Statistics
- Precise Calculations
- Professional
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPMT- Negative Number Output
- Complex Parameters
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
KURT- Complex For Beginners
- Specific Use Case
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to PMT
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers
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is easier to use than PMT
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is more versatile than PMT
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is rated higher than PMT
MOD
Known for Division Remainder Calculations
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is easier to use than PMT
FACT
Known for Calculate Factorials
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is easier to use than PMT
AVERAGE
Known for Basic Statistical Calculation
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is easier to use than PMT
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is rated higher than PMT
MIN
Known for Finding Lowest Value
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is easier to use than PMT
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is rated higher than PMT
POWER
Known for Exponential Calculations
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is easier to use than PMT
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is rated higher than PMT
PRODUCT
Known for Multiplying Numbers Together
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is easier to use than PMT
RIGHT
Known for Extract Rightmost Characters
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is easier to use than PMT
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is rated higher than PMT
EOMONTH
Known for End Of Month Calculations
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is easier to use than PMT
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is more reliable than PMT
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is rated higher than PMT
SUBSTITUTE
Known for Replace Specific Text
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is more versatile than PMT
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is rated higher than PMT