Find Changed Cells
xlCompare looks into your worksheets for changed cells and gives you a colored report, with highlighted changed cells and inserted\deleted rows.
Compare and Merge Excel Sheets and Visual Basic Projects
Our primary goal is to provide fast and robust comparison and merge services for Excel workbooks
Get your job done in seconds accurately and effectively
Bring your productivity to the highest level
What xlCompare can do for you
There are dozens of useful features and advantages our product offers. With them, you will quickly do all spreadsheet comparison and merging tasks you experience on the daily basis!
Find Unique Rows
Keep your table up to date by detecting unique and duplicated data on the worksheet. xlCompare finds all records inserted into your Excel Table.
Find Changed Formulas
Check all formulas on the worksheets for modifications. xlCompare points you to the changed part of the formula. Don't locate differences in text manually!
Color Coded Report
All changed cells and unique columns rows are marked with color on the worksheet. You will easily identify them among other worksheet cells. If this is not enough - use Ignore Formatting option to disable all original cell formatting.
Remove Duplicates
Get read of duplicated records in one click. Highlight duplicates with different background colors to put accent into these rows. Move and Copy set of duplicate rows by filtering them on the worksheet.
Filter Duplicate Rows and Keys.
Different Algorithms
Depending on the spreadsheet you compare - Price List, Accounting Statement, Financial Model - xlCompare offers the most suitable comparison algorithm. This gives more accurate comparison results.
Merge Changes
Easy-to-use Merge Commands move cells from one worksheet into another in the native and visual form. Update cells one by one or by using bulk merge commands. Fill database table with updated records in seconds.
Difference List
Browse all differences in one structured list. Analyze changes and merge cells, rows and columns between compared excel files directly from this list. Difference Explorer gives you clear answer - what actually was modified in the workbook.
Rich Set of Options
Ignore Hidden Rows and Hidden Columns. Select data to be compared. Display Cell Difference. Highlight cells with color when merging. Command line options. xlCompare has many options you can use to achieve the best comparison results.
This article shows how you can use xlCompare to compare two Excel files.
We've compared two price lists in the XLSX format to introduce you primary xlCompare features and options.
Spend a few seconds to see how xlCompare works:
Next example: merge several Excel sheets into one.
This is one of the common tasks for Excel Users.
There are 3 lists with auto parts, saved in a form of Excel spreadsheet (XLSX). In this article we've merged them into single list.
Look into this article to see how to quickly merge Excel files:
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xlCompare saves you a lot of time. In a few seconds you are getting complete comparison report with a minimum efforts.
Quality
Our purpose - give you fast and robust Excel comparison software. Our Excel Diff Tool was tested on the millons of Excel workbooks around the world.
Power
Based on the Spreadsheet Core engine our tool works faster then Excel application and gives ability to implement any feature, which it not possible in Excel-based solution.
Efficiency
xlCompare saves you time and money. Put your focus on the business tasks, while we are doing routine job.
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What our customers say about xlCompare?
The best comparison software!
Proc: Extremely useful tool for database data comparison. Perfect visual representation of the comparison report.
Cons: Export difference report to more formats.
Summary: I need to compare database reports from my co-workers every day and this tool saves a lot of my time. It compares 2 large workbooks in several seconds. Comparison report is perfect. Data can be easily merged and saved directly in the report. Very useful tool.
Ralph Langley
Great product!
Proc: We use Excel extensively for our financial models, and this product greatly speeds up our productivity! Large workbooks are easily compared and merged. Drag-n-drop feature for merging workbooks is fantastic. I suggest it to everyone.
Cons: I like all features in this product.
Summary: We are going to have more people in the development on our Excel model, so merging is very helpful. xlCompare seems to be the best option, only it could handle our model files.
John Robert
Visual Representation of the Comparison Results
All changed cells, unique rows and columns are marked with color. This highlighting points you to the changes found in workbook.
Changed Cells
Display original and modified value (or difference) in the same cell. Perfect visual representation of the modified cell values.
Unique Rows
Every unique row or column is detected by xlCompare and marked with color. Click on the Merge Icon and row will be inserted into the corresponding table.
Detailed Information
Tooltip window on the changed cell shows detailed information about modification.
Comprehensive Comparison Summary
Browse list of changes, grouped by worksheets in the Difference Explorer Window. Merge and filter Excel tables using xlCompare commands.
Complete list of Differences
Difference Explorer gives you native and easy way to browse all differences found between workbooks.
Filter Changed Cells
Keep on screen only records you need - unique, changed or equal
Merge and Bulk Merge
Merge cells one-by-one or merge all changes in one click.
Native Alignment for Unique Records
xlCompare delivers comparison results in aligned form, where compared cells are put on the same places on the both sheets.
Virtualy Aligned Rows
Added and Deleted Rows(Columns) are virtually inserted into another workbook to make native representation of the comparison results. Every pair of the corresponding rows are on the same places.
Merge Unique Rows
With aligned rows you see where merged unique rows will be inserted. Select range of the rows you want to insert and move them in one click on the plus icon.
Synchronous Selection
When you select range in the left worksheet, corresponding range is selected on the right side.
Compare Excel Tables
Database data is compared by Primary Key. xlCompare gives you a handy way to define Primary Keys and select algorithms used for comparison.
Different Algorithms
Depending on the data you have in the worksheet xlCompare offers you algorithm you can use. You can change it in the Comparison Wizard and try all strategies.
Select Worksheets
Select Pairs of the worksheet you want to compare. Process only the data you need.
Select VB Forms and Modules
If you are working with VB Project in the your workbook - exclude worksheets, if you need to focus on the modifications in the VBA Code.
Database Processing Commands
Set of commands to filter, highlight and remove duplicated records.
Remove Duplicates
xlCompare has set of Database Processing commands. Removing duplicate records is one of them.
Highlight Duplicates
Highlight duplicate rows on the worksheet with colors.
Remove Hidden Data
Hide the data you don't need on the worksheet and remove it with single click.
Compare Visual Basic Code and Forms
Complete comparison of the Visual Basic Projects. All options and commands needed for VBA developers.
Modified Code
xlCompare finds changes in the VBA Modules and displays them with color formatting.
Changed Form Controls
If you've modified form control - it will be detected and displayed by xlCompare.
Merge Commands
Merge VBA Code and Form Controls in single click. Just select code lines and click on the check icon!
Data Processing Utilities and Tools
Very often you need to pre-process your data before comparison. Convert text string imported from text file into numbers, etc. With xlCompare you will make this in a seconds.
Convert Text To Numbers
Convert numbers stored as text to numerical data. Numbers stored "as numbers" are more accurately compared and processed.
Trim Strings
String data is often comes with extra spaces. Remove it to have clear data.
Mark Column as Primary Key
Easy to use Primary Key management commands. Select Column and mark it as key in single click using Right Click Menu command.
Sort Worksheet Rows
Sort rows on your worksheet. Sometimes for perfect visual representation of the comparison results, you need to sort rows before they will be processed.
Analyze and Debug Calculations in Depth
xlCompare is not only workbook comparator. This tool has features which makes you more productive in various aspects.
Trace Calculations
Drill-down trace of the formula calculations.
Evaluate Formulas
Divide formula into elementary parts and display them in the hierarchical tree form - the most sutable way for recursive analyzys.
Where the Value Came From
Review list of errors and find our where the error came from.
Download xlCompare
Pick the version suitable for your Windows. A free trial is available to help you with the decision-making.
Current Version: 9.3.5
Build Date: 4/14/2021
Version History
During 10+ years our team is working to provide you a robust and quality software. It boosts your productivity and saves you time and money. Just look into our list of changes on the page below to imagine amount of work done on the product.
Supported Versions
Microsoft Windows
- Windows 10
- Windows 8.1
- Windows 8
- Windows 7
64-bit and 32-bit versions are supported
Microsoft Excel
xlCompare is based on the Spreadsheet Core engine.
It doesn't require Microsoft Excel to be installed.
Questions & Answers
Which version to choose - 64-bit or 32-bit?
If you have 64-bit Windows - install 64-bit version of the xlCompare. It allows to open larger workbooks and use full power of your 64-bit processor.
How does the 30-day trial work?
Once you decide to use xlCompare, you can run a 30-day free trial first. Including all the product features, it will help you decide which features are of the greatest value to you. Once the 30 day period is over, you will be asked to make your choice.
Are there any special requirements?
No, xlCompare is a completely independent software - it doesn't have any special requirements. You can install it on the any Windows PC. Just download, install and use.
Do you offer discounts for students?
We offer student and non-profit discounts. Just open a private discussion with us, verify your status and we will provide you with a 25% discount on the regular price. We may ask you to confirm your status with documentation, so please get ready to verify that.
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Questions & Answers
Which payment methods are supported?
Orders are processed by our e-commerce partner, MyCommerce (Share*It) (part of the Digital River), through a secure SSL connection.
It supports rich set of payment methods: All major Credit Cards, PayPal, Bank/Wire Transfer, ...
Is this a one-time payment?
Yes, there will be no future payments. xlCompare is sold as Permanent License, not like a subscription. You pay once and get a lifetime license.
Do you have volume discounts?
Yes. If you are ordering 3 and more licenses, please contact us for a Coupon Code. We'll provide you a discount.
Do you collect my Credit Card information?
No. Spreadsheet Tools and Share-It do not collect your Credit Card data.
Should I order a license for my new PC?
No. If you've got new PC - you can transfer your license to this new computer. You can do it yourself in your account in the Customer Area, or send us an e-mail and we'll do it for you.
How many activations do I have?
One xlCompare license allows you to use the software on one PC. If you plan to use xlCompare on more then 1 computer - you need a license for the every PC.
Is technical support included?
Yes. Free updates and unlimited technical support is included into your license. If you have any questions - contact us to get a prompt response.
Do you work with resellers?
Yes, sure. Please contact us for getting additional information.
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F.A.Q. Options and Commands
What is Extended View?
This is an important feature, which displays cell value(formula) and corresponding value in same cell. With this option turned ON (default selection) you should not search for the corresponding value on the other panel. It greatly saves your time and increase usability of the Comparison Report.
I need to see Difference between changed values.
Option Display Difference activates feature you need in the Extended View mode. With this option enabled, you see difference between value in MINE cell and value in the THEIR cell. Colored Arrow mark indicates increase or decrease in the value.
Can I save report I see in the Extended View?
Yes, sure. You can export this report into PDF format for future use. For example, you can print it or send to your co-worker.
Does xlCompare find differences in formulas?
Yes. xlCompare finds differences in the text of formula and text of array formula. However, if you don't need to compare formulas, you can exclude this in the options. xlCompare gives you rich set of options to control what you are searching for. You can compare:
- All worksheet data
- Only constant cells
- Only calculated cells
- Only text of formula
- Only value of formula
- Combination of the options above
How to identify found differences?
All differences are listed in the Difference Explorer report. When you select difference in this list - xlCompare activate it in the Worksheet\VBA Panel.
All unique rows and changed cells are marked with color - background, text color and border. Formatting in the equal cells is not changed.
Can I ignore hidden rows and columns?
Yes.xlCompare has an option to exclude hidden rows and columns from comparison. If your worksheet has data, you want to exclude, - hide it and run the comparison. This is one of the methods to reduce comparison noise.
How to save Comparison Report to present it to colleagues?
There are two options. You can print Comparison Report exactly as it looks with all formatting into the PDF format. Use Export button, with PDF icon, in the Difference Explorer.
It opens Print Preview window, where you can preview your report, change printing options – put all columns on one page, align printout, etc. and save it on disk.
This report perfectly presents all differences, found between Excel Worksheets.
Other option – Summary Report button in the Difference Explorer.
This command generates outlined report, which contains all items you have in the Difference Explorer. It doesn’t display modifications in-place, like a previous PDF report, but it gives you a complete summary of the comparison done.
Choose one of the following formats to save this report:
- XLSX
- HTML
- Text
Or just copy it to clipboard and paste into e-mail or other application.