Formula hub · Updated May 13, 2026
Comparisons
Choose the right formula by comparing similar functions, tradeoffs, and platform differences.
Guides in this category
Compare XLOOKUP and VLOOKUP so you can choose the safer lookup formula for your spreadsheet.
SUMIF vs SUMIFSChoose between SUMIF and SUMIFS based on how many conditions your sum needs.
Excel vs Google Sheets FormulasCompare formula behavior, availability, arrays, lookup functions, and QUERY support in Excel and Google Sheets.
Excel Formula Cheat SheetA practical cheat sheet of common Excel formulas for lookup, counting, text cleanup, dates, and errors.
Google Sheets Formula Cheat SheetA quick reference for useful Google Sheets formulas including QUERY, FILTER, ARRAYFORMULA, TEXTJOIN, and lookup formulas.
How to choose a formula
Start from the spreadsheet task, then choose the simplest formula that gives a maintainable answer. A report that someone else must update next month often needs clarity more than cleverness.