UNIQUE vs SEQUENCE vs PRODUCT
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UNIQUE vs SEQUENCE vs PRODUCT

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Basic Classification Comparison

Basic Information Comparison

  • Known For ⭐
    Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel function
    UNIQUE
    • Duplicate Removal
      UNIQUE is known for Duplicate Removal.
    SEQUENCE
    • Dynamic Number Series
      SEQUENCE is known for Dynamic Number Series.
    PRODUCT
    • Multiplying Numbers Together
      PRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.

Facts Comparison

  • Interesting Fact 💡
    Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel function
    UNIQUE
    • First array-based duplicate remover
    SEQUENCE
    • Creates perfect arithmetic sequences
    PRODUCT
    • Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once

  • Sarcastic Fact 🤣
    Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel function
    UNIQUE
    • Like a bouncer at an exclusive Excel party
    SEQUENCE
    • Like counting sheep but for insomnia-free Excel users
    PRODUCT
    • The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'

Technical Details Comparison

  • Input Data Type 📝
    Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parameters
    UNIQUE
    SEQUENCE
    • Number
      SEQUENCE accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
    PRODUCT
    • Number
      PRODUCT 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*
    • Excel 2019
      Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
    UNIQUE
    • Microsoft 365
      UNIQUE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
    SEQUENCE
    • Microsoft 365
      SEQUENCE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
    PRODUCT
    • Excel 2016
      PRODUCT is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
    • Excel 2013
      PRODUCT is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel 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 platforms
    For all*
    • Windows
      Excel functions optimized for Windows operating system
    • MacOS
      Excel functions optimized for MacOS users
    UNIQUE
    • Excel Online
      UNIQUE runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
    SEQUENCE
    • Excel Online
      SEQUENCE runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
    PRODUCT
    • Web Excel
      PRODUCT runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions

  • Required Arguments Count 🔢
    Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properly
    For all*

  • Required Arguments Type 📊
    The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the function
    UNIQUE
    • Range
      UNIQUE accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
    SEQUENCE
    • Number
      SEQUENCE accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
    PRODUCT
    • Number
      PRODUCT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
    • Array
      PRODUCT 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 function
    UNIQUE
    • Removes Duplicates Automatically
      Excel functions that automatically remove duplicates maintain data uniqueness efficiently
    • Dynamic Results
      Functions that automatically update results when source data changes
    • Simple Syntax
    • Automatically Updates
      Functions that dynamically update results based on data changes
    SEQUENCE
    • Automatic Sequence Generation
    • Dynamic Arrays
    • Flexible Steps
    • Generates Number Series
    PRODUCT
    • Handles Multiple Arguments
      Functions capable of processing multiple input parameters simultaneously
    • Array Compatible

  • Cons ❌
    Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel function
    UNIQUE
    • 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
    PRODUCT
    • Can Overflow With Large Numbers
    • No Selective Multiplication

Ratings Comparison

Alternatives to UNIQUE
SORT
Known for Dynamic Sorting
📈 is more versatile than UNIQUE
FILTER
Known for Advanced Filtering
🔢 needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
📈 is more versatile than UNIQUE
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
📊 is easier to use than UNIQUE
CONCAT
Known for Modern Text Joining
🔢 needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
⚙ performs better than UNIQUE
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
📊 is easier to use than UNIQUE
🛠 is more reliable than UNIQUE
⭐ is rated higher than UNIQUE
TRANSPOSE
Known for Converting Row Data To Columns
📊 is easier to use than UNIQUE
XLOOKUP
Known for Dynamic Array Support
🔢 needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
📈 is more versatile than UNIQUE
⭐ is rated higher than UNIQUE
DSUM
Known for Database Sum Operations
🔢 needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
COUNTBLANK
Known for Empty Cell Counter
📊 is easier to use than UNIQUE
⚙ performs better than UNIQUE
🛠 is more reliable than UNIQUE
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
🔢 needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
📈 is more versatile than UNIQUE