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JXL vs. Microsoft Excel

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricJXL

by Appfire

Microsoft Excel

by Microsoft

Overall rating4.34.7
Review count113,192
Ease of use9.08.9
Ease of setup9.29.4
Quality of support9.58.9
Meets requirements8.89.5
NPS36.36363684.588273
Small Business54.5%32.5%
Mid-Market36.4%34.8%
Enterprise9.1%32.7%
Total page views402,688
Total LLM citations337,281

JXL

What is JXL? JXL is a universal and intuitive spreadsheet-like issue editor and organizer that combines the power of Jira with the simplicity of Excel. Designed to simplify project management and enhance productivity, it allows users to manage Jira issues efficiently within customizable table views. Purpose The app facilitates issue editing, organization, and visualization in Jira, making it easier for teams to manage work at any scale and maintain alignment across teams and projects.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Features
  • Compatibility
  • Intuitive
  • Customization
  • Setup Ease

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel is a comprehensive spreadsheet application developed by Microsoft, designed to facilitate data organization, analysis, and visualization. As a core component of the Microsoft 365 suite, Excel is available across multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. Since its initial release in 1985, Excel has become the industry standard for spreadsheet software, offering a robust set of tools for both personal and professional use.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Data Analysis
  • Formulas
  • Data Manipulation
  • Features
  • Analysis