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Excel
The OG spreadsheet. Power users swear by it: macros, pivot tables, analysis that Sheets still can not touch.
The honest take.
The OG spreadsheet. Power users swear by it: macros, pivot tables, analysis that Sheets still can not touch.
Who it's for.
Best for
General use across stages.
Avoid if
You need something very specific not covered here.
Our verdict.
Review
Excel is solid. The OG spreadsheet. Power users swear by it: macros, pivot tables, analysis that Sheets still can not touch.
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40+ hours tested
Real projects, not demos.
Review date
Last updated April 2026.
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