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PRODUCT vs SMALL 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 typesPRODUCTSMALL- StatisticalSMALL belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
KURT- 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 functionPRODUCT- Data AnalystsPRODUCT is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsPRODUCT is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
SMALL- Data AnalystsSMALL is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- StatisticiansSMALL is designed for Statisticians. Excel functions designed for statistical analysis and probability calculations Click to see all.
KURT
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Multiplying Numbers TogetherPRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.
SMALL- Finding Nth Smallest ValueSMALL is known for Finding Nth Smallest Value.
KURT- Measuring Data PeakednessKURT is known for Measuring Data Peakedness.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once
SMALL- Commonly used in grade calculations
KURT- Named after mathematician Karl Pearson
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPRODUCT- The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'
SMALL- The underachiever of the statistical functions
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 effectivelyPRODUCTSMALLKURT
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
SMALLKURTVersion 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
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
PRODUCT- Web ExcelPRODUCT runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
KURT- Web ExcelKURT runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyPRODUCTSMALLKURTRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
PRODUCT- ArrayPRODUCT accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
SMALL- RangeSMALL accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges 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 functionPRODUCT- Handles Multiple ArgumentsFunctions capable of processing multiple input parameters simultaneously
- Array Compatible
SMALL- Easy To UnderstandFunctions with clear and intuitive syntax that are simple to learn
- Reliable Results
KURT- Advanced Statistics
- Precise Calculations
- Professional
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can Overflow With Large Numbers
- No Selective Multiplication
SMALL- Array Size Limitations
- Static Ranking
KURT- Complex For Beginners
- Specific Use Case
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to PRODUCT
AVERAGEIF
Known for Conditional Average Calculations
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performs better than SMALL
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is more reliable than SMALL
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is rated higher than SMALL
COUNTIF
Known for Counting With Conditions
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is more versatile than SMALL
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
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is more versatile than SMALL
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is rated higher than SMALL
MODE
Known for Finding Most Frequent Value
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performs better than SMALL
SUMIF
Known for Conditional Sum Calculations
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is more versatile than SMALL
IFERROR
Known for Error Handling And Prevention
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is easier to use than SMALL
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is more versatile than SMALL
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than SMALL
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is more versatile than SMALL
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performs better than SMALL
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is more reliable than SMALL
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is rated higher than SMALL
AVERAGE
Known for Basic Statistical Calculation
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is easier to use than SMALL
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is more versatile than SMALL
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performs better than SMALL
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is more reliable than SMALL
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is rated higher than SMALL
DSUM
Known for Database Sum Operations
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needs fewer arguments than SMALL
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is more versatile than SMALL