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UNIQUE vs SEQUENCE vs AGGREGATE
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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 typesUNIQUESEQUENCEAGGREGATEOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsUNIQUESEQUENCE- CalculationSEQUENCE performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
AGGREGATE- CalculationAGGREGATE performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionFor all*UNIQUE- Business ManagersUNIQUE is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffUNIQUE is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
SEQUENCE- ProgrammersSEQUENCE is designed for Programmers. Excel functions useful for programming and automation tasks Click to see all.
- ScientistsSEQUENCE is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
AGGREGATE
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionUNIQUE- Duplicate RemovalUNIQUE is known for Duplicate Removal.
SEQUENCE- Dynamic Number SeriesSEQUENCE is known for Dynamic Number Series.
AGGREGATE- Advanced Calculations With OptionsAGGREGATE is known for Advanced Calculations With Options.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionUNIQUE- First array-based duplicate remover
SEQUENCE- Creates perfect arithmetic sequences
AGGREGATE- Combines multiple function capabilities
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionUNIQUE- Like a bouncer at an exclusive Excel party
SEQUENCE- Like counting sheep but for insomnia-free Excel users
AGGREGATE- The Swiss Army knife of Excel functions that nobody uses
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyUNIQUESEQUENCEAGGREGATE
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersUNIQUE- ArrayUNIQUE accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
- RangeUNIQUE accepts Range as input data. Excel functions that operate on cell ranges and data sets
SEQUENCE- NumberSEQUENCE accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
AGGREGATE- NumberAGGREGATE accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
- ArrayAGGREGATE accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
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
UNIQUE- Microsoft 365UNIQUE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
SEQUENCE- Microsoft 365SEQUENCE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
AGGREGATE- Excel 2016AGGREGATE is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 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
UNIQUE- Excel OnlineUNIQUE runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
SEQUENCE- Excel OnlineSEQUENCE runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyUNIQUESEQUENCEAGGREGATERequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionUNIQUE- RangeUNIQUE accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
SEQUENCE- NumberSEQUENCE accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
AGGREGATE- NumberAGGREGATE accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- RangeAGGREGATE accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionUNIQUE- Removes Duplicates AutomaticallyExcel functions that automatically remove duplicates maintain data uniqueness efficiently
- Dynamic ResultsFunctions that automatically update results when source data changes
- Simple Syntax
- Automatically UpdatesFunctions that dynamically update results based on data changes
SEQUENCE- Automatic Sequence Generation
- Dynamic Arrays
- Flexible Steps
- Generates Number Series
AGGREGATE- Versatile Calculation Options
- Ignores ErrorsExcel functions that skip over errors maintain formula continuity without breaking calculations
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionUNIQUE- Requires Latest Excel Versions
- Array Spillover Needs Space
- Limited To Newer Versions
- Single Operation
SEQUENCE- Modern Excel Required
- Overflow Potential
- New Versions Only
- Limited Customization
AGGREGATE
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosUNIQUESEQUENCEAGGREGATE
Alternatives to UNIQUE
SORT
Known for Dynamic Sorting
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is more versatile than UNIQUE
FILTER
Known for Advanced Filtering
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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is more versatile than UNIQUE
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than UNIQUE
CONCAT
Known for Modern Text Joining
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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performs better than UNIQUE
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than UNIQUE
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is more reliable than UNIQUE
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is rated higher than UNIQUE
TRANSPOSE
Known for Converting Row Data To Columns
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is easier to use than UNIQUE
XLOOKUP
Known for Dynamic Array Support
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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is more versatile than UNIQUE
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is rated higher than UNIQUE
DSUM
Known for Database Sum Operations
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
COUNTBLANK
Known for Empty Cell Counter
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is easier to use than UNIQUE
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performs better than UNIQUE
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is more reliable than UNIQUE
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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is more versatile than UNIQUE