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โ ๏ธ Note: ExceLab 7.0 and ExceLab 365 cannot be active in Excel at the same time.
Please review the comparison below to determine which version best fits your needs.
ExceLab 7.0 vs ExceLab 365
Feature
ExceLab 7.0 (Desktop)
ExceLab 365 (Cloud)
License Type
Node-locked to your computer hardware (specific to one PC)
Linked to your Office 365 subscription; use from any device with Office 365
Compute Engine
Runs locally and integrates directly with the Excel engine
Runs as a shared cloud compute service
Performance
Fastest for large or complex calculations (no internet latency)
May be slower for large datasets depending on internet connection
Platform
Windows OS only
Works on any OS supporting Microsoft 365 or Office Online
Installation
Requires download and local installation (.msi)
No download required โ enable and authorize directly in Excel
Excel Built-in Function Support
Full coverage of all Excel math and engineering functions
Limited to standard math functions
Array Formulas
Must be confirmed with Ctrl + Shift + Enter in a pre-allocated range
Supports the new Spill feature; arrays expand automatically with Enter
Excel Solver Integration
Fully compatible with Excelโs built-in Solver for dynamic optimization
Not available
VBA Support
Supported
Not available
Workbook Interchangeability
Workbooks built with ExceLab 7.0 can generally be adapted for use with 365 with minor edits
Workbooks referencing ExceLab 365 can be converted for use with 7.0 with some manual adjustments
Union Range Arguments
Supports passing union ranges such as (A1:A3, B2) natively
Not supported directly โ wrap the range in quotes, e.g. "(A1:A3,B2)", and the solver will interpret correctly
Summary
Choose ExceLab 7.0 for maximum speed, full Excel/VBA integration, and local control on Windows.
Choose ExceLab 365 for cross-platform flexibility, cloud access, and use on Mac or Office Online.