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SUMIFS vs STOCKHISTORY vs VLOOKUP
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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 typesSUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYVLOOKUP- Lookup & ReferenceVLOOKUP 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 inputsSUMIFS- CalculationSUMIFS performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
STOCKHISTORY- InformationSTOCKHISTORY performs Information operations. Functions that focus on retrieving and displaying data in various formats
VLOOKUP- RetrievalVLOOKUP performs Retrieval operations. Functions specialized in fetching data from various sources
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionSUMIFS- 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.
STOCKHISTORY- Financial ProfessionalsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AnalystsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Analysts. Excel functions essential for data analysis and reporting Click to see all.
VLOOKUP- Data AnalystsVLOOKUP is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Business ManagersVLOOKUP is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffVLOOKUP is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
Purpose 📝
Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel functionSUMIFS- 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.
STOCKHISTORYVLOOKUP
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionSUMIFS- Multiple Condition SumSUMIFS is known for Multiple Condition Sum.
STOCKHISTORY- Stock Data RetrievalSTOCKHISTORY is known for Stock Data Retrieval.
VLOOKUP- Vertical Data SearchVLOOKUP is known for Vertical Data Search.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionSUMIFS- Enhanced version of SUMIF
STOCKHISTORY- First native stock data function
VLOOKUP- Often confused with HLOOKUP
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionSUMIFS- When one condition isn't complicated enough
STOCKHISTORY- Like having a time machine for stock prices
VLOOKUP- The function everyone pretends to understand
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelySUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYVLOOKUP
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersSUMIFS- NumberSUMIFS accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
- ArraySUMIFS accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for text manipulation Click to see all.
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
VLOOKUP- TextVLOOKUP accepts Text as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for text manipulation Click to see all.
- NumberVLOOKUP accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
Version Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*- Microsoft 365Excel 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 2016SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013SUMIFS is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
- 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
VLOOKUP- Excel 2019VLOOKUP is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016VLOOKUP is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013VLOOKUP is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
- Excel OnlineVLOOKUP is compatible with Excel Online Excel functions optimized for use in the web-based Excel Online platform
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
SUMIFS- Web ExcelSUMIFS runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
STOCKHISTORY- Excel OnlineSTOCKHISTORY runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
VLOOKUP- Web ExcelVLOOKUP runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlySUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYVLOOKUPRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionSUMIFS- RangeSUMIFS accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
- NumberSUMIFS accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- ArraySUMIFS accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
STOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
VLOOKUP- RangeVLOOKUP accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
- TextVLOOKUP accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
- NumberVLOOKUP accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- BooleanVLOOKUP accepts Boolean as input types Excel functions that work with true/false logical inputs for decision-making
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionSUMIFS- 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
STOCKHISTORY- Real-Time Data
- Historical Prices
- Automatic Updates
- Comprehensive Info
VLOOKUP- Powerful Search Capability
- Flexible Matching
- Powerful Search
- Common In Business
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionSUMIFS- 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
STOCKHISTORY- Subscription RequiredFunctions that don't require additional subscription costs for usage in Excel Click to see all.
- Internet DependentFunctions that need active internet connection to work, limiting offline use Click to see all.
VLOOKUP
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosSUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYVLOOKUPPerformance Score ⚙
Rating for function's execution speed and efficiencySUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYVLOOKUPReliability Score 🛠
Rating for function's consistency and error handlingSUMIFSSTOCKHISTORYVLOOKUP
Alternatives to SUMIFS
MAXIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Max
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is easier to use than SUMIFS
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performs better than SUMIFS
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is rated higher than SUMIFS
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
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is easier to use than SUMIFS
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is more versatile than SUMIFS
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performs better than SUMIFS
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is rated higher than SUMIFS
INDEX
Known for Advanced Data Retrieval
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is more versatile than SUMIFS
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performs better than SUMIFS
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is rated higher than SUMIFS
SUMIF
Known for Conditional Sum Calculations
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is easier to use than SUMIFS
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than SUMIFS
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performs better than SUMIFS
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is more reliable than SUMIFS
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is rated higher than SUMIFS
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments
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is easier to use than SUMIFS
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performs better than SUMIFS
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is more reliable than SUMIFS
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is rated higher than SUMIFS
SUMPRODUCT
Known for Matrix Multiplication Calculations
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is easier to use than SUMIFS
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is more versatile than SUMIFS
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performs better than SUMIFS
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is more reliable than SUMIFS
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is rated higher than SUMIFS
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than SUMIFS
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performs better than SUMIFS
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is more reliable than SUMIFS
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is rated higher than SUMIFS