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COUNTIFS vs SMALL vs SUMIF
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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
SMALL- StatisticalSMALL belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
SUMIFOperation 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.
SMALLSUMIF
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- Multiple Criteria CountingCOUNTIFS is known for Multiple Criteria Counting.
SMALL- Finding Nth Smallest ValueSMALL is known for Finding Nth Smallest Value.
SUMIF- Conditional Sum CalculationsSUMIF is known for Conditional Sum Calculations.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- Enhanced version of COUNTIF
SMALL- Commonly used in grade calculations
SUMIF- Originally created for financial reporting
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- The function that makes counting feel like detective work
SMALL- The underachiever of the statistical functions
SUMIF- Makes counting look complicated when simple math would do
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyCOUNTIFSSMALLSUMIF
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 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
COUNTIFS- Web ExcelCOUNTIFS runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
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*- 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
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionCOUNTIFS- Flexible Criteria Options
- Multiple Conditions
- Easy To Use
- Handles Multiple Criteria
- Flexible
SMALL- Easy To UnderstandFunctions with clear and intuitive syntax that are simple to learn
- Reliable Results
SUMIF- Easy To Use
- Versatile For Filtering SumsExcel functions that excel at calculating sums with various filtering options
- Clear Syntax
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.
SMALL- Array Size Limitations
- Static Ranking
SUMIF
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to COUNTIFS
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
MODE
Known for Finding Most Frequent Value
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performs better 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
SUMIFS
Known for Multiple Condition Sum
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needs fewer arguments than SMALL
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is more versatile 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
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
AVERAGEIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Based Average
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is more versatile than SMALL