--- description: Discover the benefits and disadvantages of Microsoft Excel. Learn the software price, see the description, and read the most helpful reviews for UK business users. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Microsoft Excel Pricing, Cost & Reviews - Capterra UK 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Spreadsheet Software](/directory/31061/spreadsheet/software) > [Microsoft Excel](/software/176574/excel) # Microsoft Excel Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/176574/excel Page: 1 / 778\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/176574/excel?page=2) > Data analysis solution that helps businesses manage spreadsheets, create graphs/charts, perform calculations, share projects, and more. > > Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 19425 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Microsoft Excel? Designed for businesses of all sizes, it is a spreadsheet solution that helps manage and organize data using templates, perform calculations, create analytical charts, and more. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 19425 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Microsoft - **Location**: Redmond, US - **Founded**: 1975 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$6.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: Microsoft Excel is available as part of Microsoft 365 subscriptions. Office 365 Personal: $6.99/month or $69.99/year Office 365 Home: $9.99/month or $99.99/year Office Home \& Student 2019: $149.99 one-time Office 365 Business: $8.25/user/month (annual commitment required) Office 365 Business Premium: $12.50/user/month (annual commitment required) Office 365 Business Essentials: $5/month (annual commitment required) Users can also access the web-based version of Microsoft Excel through the free OneDrive Basic 5GB, and the $1.99/month OneDrive 100GB subscription plans. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Arabic, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - Collaboration Tools - Commenting/Notes - Data Import/Export - Data Visualisation - Document Management - Notes Management - Search/Filter - Task Management - Templates - Version Control ## Integrations (92 total) - 123FormBuilder - ActiveCampaign - Acuity Scheduling - Airtable - Alchemer - Any.do - Asana - Basecamp - CRM Analytics - Cascade Strategy - ClickFunnels - ClickUp - Clio - Constant Contact - Discord ... and 77 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support ## Category - [Spreadsheet Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/31061/spreadsheet/software) ## Related Categories - [Spreadsheet Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/31061/spreadsheet/software) - [Productivity Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30968/productivity/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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There has never been any issue a short youtube video has not helped me overcome. As I mentioned, it just makes sense. > > **Cons**: Having had to use the alternative (numbers) for a time I honestly cannot quibble. I would say the one minor gripe is that if I have an excel doc open and open another it sometimes replaces my already opened doc instead of opening two? I have figured out the way around this and it may be a limitation of the hardware I use as opposed to Excel itself. > > Having used it for equations, tables, databases etc I would struggle to use an alternative. I can think of three completely separate things that I use this program for everyday. I do not believe I could do that with another program. ----- ### "Still the cornerstone of data and information" — 5.0/5 > **Bradley** | *11 October 2025* | Management Consulting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I’ve been using Excel since I read the hard-copy MS Excel 95 manuals, and I just don’t see it going away. Ever. The constant development of the product to refine features, including LAMBDA functions, co-pilot function addition, and native integration across the entire MS ecosystem makes Excel the Goliath that will not be slain by David. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your career, my strong advice is “learn to use Excel functions”. The use of excel in my opinion is not just about being able to do a lookup, or build a pivot table that works for you, it offers a solid base for building logical thinking patterns to formulaic design that is useful in all aspects of software development and use. MS Excel is the king of cell based workbook tools, and whilst others will come and go, Excel IS the standard. > > **Cons**: Having seen the recent Word re-brand/re-design, I suspect Excel may have yet ANOTHER GUI change, but we’ll see. That could be a change to dislike for a week or so until it becomes normal. > > I’ve learned how to use, and have applied my knowledge of Excel for 30 years, and I would say, it complete sincerity, I would not have accomplished many things in my career, or developed specific logical thinking patterns in the same way, had I not used Excel. ----- ### "Microsoft Excel Is Great For Keeping Organised\!" — 5.0/5 > **Cameron** | *27 February 2026* | Financial Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I love how easy to navigate Microsoft Excel is, all of it's complex functions are clearly highlighted which makes it easy to use for all purposes, whether it be simple data collection or supporting long term projects. I feel like excel is something anyone can use with little guidance / knowledge about it, and that makes it a great product. > > **Cons**: The thing I like about least in Microsoft Excel is there is only the ability to undo a certain action you have made once. For example if you make two back to back mistakes in Excel, usually in will only let you undo one of them, and that could be an issue if the mistake you've made has completely changed the format of your spreadsheet. > > I have had a great overall experience using Microsoft Excel both inside and outside the workplace. It is a great tool that can be used to assist with large tasks like major projects, and smaller tasks such as budgeting your salary for the month, or collating / organising information to draw conclusions from. I would wholeheartedly recommend Microsoft Excel. ----- ### "Microsoft Excel – Where One Wrong Formula Ruins Your Whole Day" — 5.0/5 > **Leo** | *16 March 2026* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I like most about Microsoft Excel is how versatile it is. It can handle very simple tasks, like organising lists or tracking expenses, but it’s also powerful enough for complex analysis using formulas, pivot tables and charts. I also appreciate how it helps turn raw data into something clear and meaningful, which makes it easier to spot trends and make decisions. Overall, it’s a practical tool that saves time and improves accuracy when working with data. > > **Cons**: What I like least about Microsoft Excel is that complex spreadsheets can quickly become difficult to manage and understand, especially when they contain many formulas, links, or multiple sheets. If they are not organised well, it can be easy to make mistakes or lose track of how certain results were calculated. It can also be frustrating when small errors in formulas affect large amounts of data without being immediately obvious. > > Overall, my experience with Microsoft Excel has been very positive. I find it to be a reliable and practical tool for organising information, analysing data and presenting results clearly. Over time, I’ve become more comfortable using different features such as formulas, charts and data organisation tools, which has made working with data much more efficient. While there can sometimes be challenges with complex spreadsheets, overall Excel is a very useful application that helps improve productivity and accuracy. ----- ### "A perfect start for data analysis" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *24 March 2026* | Biotechnology | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Visually, a classic way of working with data. Easy to pick up, used in most industries and cheap. The pivot table function is probably my most used feature as it allows us to cross examine data easily. > > **Cons**: Some of the datasets I work with are very big, and Excel often crashes when large tasks are performed. I wouldn't use excel to work with giant datasets, at least not on my current laptop. > > Great, I've been using this for 10+ years without too many complaints. 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