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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 29th, 2026 # Reviews of Google Sheets Ease of use 4.6 Customer Service 4.4 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews PP Piyusha P Customer serviceHospital & Health Care, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I particularly value the extensive formula library, ready-to-use templates, and integration with the broader Google Workspace ecosystem. Although there are some limitations when handling very large datasets, the ease of use, collaboration features, and overall reliability make Google Sheets one of the best cloud-based spreadsheet solutions available today.“ June 16, 2026 BB Bree B Advancement CoordinatorEducation Management, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “While Google Sheets is very functional, it can be more limited than Excel when it comes to advanced formulas, data analysis, and large datasets. As spreadsheets grow more complex, they can become harder to manage and easier to break if multiple users are editing at once.“ April 13, 2026 Eslam A E-marketing expert on communication platforms and search enginesInformation Technology and Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “We used it as a simple database and as a dashboard (dashboard) for small and medium-sized enterprises, and it worked very well with us. If your team needs more speed and collaboration than complex advanced features, it’s an excellent option, especially since the price of Google Workspace is worth compared to other alternatives on the market.“ July 6, 2026 SA Suman A Owner,Bookkeeper,TAxPreparerAccounting, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The biggest frustration is definitely the performance lag on massive files.it can be a bit rigid with large-scale data modeling compared to dedicated databases or even the desktop version of Excel.“ June 16, 2026 Eslam A E-marketing expert on communication platforms and search enginesInformation Technology and Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “We use it at work on a daily basis, and the most needed and saved time is that the whole team can work on the same file at the same time - whether budget or project plan - without any fear that it is sabotaging a need, because the advantage of "record adjustments" will return you any old copy if there is a mistake. “ July 6, 2026 Connor C Data AnalystNon-Profit Organization Management, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “You can't sort your data a certain way, you can't format each data point easily, and you have to do through custom formulas in conditional formatting to highlight duplicate values. If you need it sorted and formatted in individual colors, the colors change when the order changes.“ March 14, 2026 Hameeda T AnalystFinancial Services, 5,001 - 10,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It’s intuitive, lightweight, and perfect for quick analysis or shared projects. While it can struggle with very large datasets and lacks some advanced formatting options, the convenience and seamless collaboration make it an excellent choice for everyday work.“ April 1, 2026 ZM Zain M Chief Executive OfficerInformation Technology and Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “When I try to work with large sheet with a lot of formulas or when multiple people are working on same file, it starts to lag sometimes.“ May 28, 2026 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 13222 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Staci T. Data Trainer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "AI Integration Makes Google Sheets More Powerful Than Ever" September 20, 2026 5.0 Google Sheets has become an indispensable tool for my daily workflow, and the addition of Gemini has elevated it to a new level. It effectively bridges the gap between raw data entry and professional visualization. Being able to leverage AI to automate table organization and chart building allows me to focus on high-level analysis rather than repetitive manual formatting. It is a robust, reliable, and increasingly smart platform that continues to save me a significant amount of time. A lot of repeated templates. Great integration with other apps like Gemini, plus many others. Pros The integration of Gemini into Google Sheets has significantly enhanced my overall productivity. I particularly appreciate the efficiency with which the platform handles table creation, data aggregation, and chart generation directly within the workspace. The AI capabilities are highly intuitive, streamlining complex tasks that would otherwise require significant manual effort. Furthermore, the ability to generate formulas through simple prompts is a notable advantage, and because our entire team utilizes the Google ecosystem, real-time collaboration is exceptionally seamless. Cons While the generative AI features are impressive, there is occasionally a learning curve when it comes to refining the specific prompts needed to get the exact data output I am looking for. I would also love to see deeper integrations for even more complex data analysis across other Workspace apps. I am concerned about the number of repeated idea templates; it made it hard to see all the options when I had to go through so many of the same types. Review Source Nicholas D. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Sheets Can Do It All" March 18, 2026 5.0 I use Google Sheets to collaborate with other offices, allowing for easier editing of critical and time-sensitive projects. We have created our own templates for a few things, the main template being our product catalog, which we also use to help keep prices accurate and match across offices/companies. Pros Google Sheets, both free and paid, is one of my favorite new pieces of software in the last few years. It has allowed us to collaborate on important documents even faster than before, with real-time changes being made as we go. It couldn't be easier to use, and the user interface is nearly perfect. I have documents with complex formulas set-up, so all I, or my coworkers, need to do is plug in a handful of numbers, and we'll get much more data back as a result. We even use it for simple collaboration projects, such as catalog editing. Google Sheets is worth every cent. Cons Google Sheets is lacking a few features that Microsoft Excel has, so occasionally we will have to export to Excel, make a few changes, and re-import the file to Sheets. Customer support is also somewhat slow, and sometimes unable to offer solutions. Alternatives considered [Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/) Reason for choosing Google Sheets I chose Google Sheets for the collaboration and real-time updates and notifications, as it has allowed us to speed up our workflow on certain projects exponentially. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Administrative Consumer Goods Used the software for: 2+ years ### "User friendly Spreadsheet and Collaboration Tool " August 6, 2026 4.0 All in all my experience with Google Sheets is quit positive for both my personal and professional work. Although some improvements may provide a better user experience like advanced usage of templates and better support responses. Pros Google Sheets offers excellent features for a great value of money. Features like formula calculations make simple to complex budgeting data analysis smooth. It's interface is user friendly even for beginners. It also offers real time collaboration which allows number of people to work on same work sheet at the same time without any hassle. Cons The built in templates are not worth the hype as per my personal experience can be better with wide usage. Also the customer support fail provide the needed assistance with complex issues. Review Source KC Kimberlee C. Supervisor Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Sheets, yes please" November 24, 2025 3.0 So far, all right. I am in google sheets working and my team members can see it in real time. We can update the sheet without having to update each other. Pros Easy to share with your team. I can make a Google Sheet, and you can see it in real time when people are using it. Cons Hard to download and convert to Excel. Sometimes, I really need it to convert to Excel if the person I am sending it to does not use Google Sheets. Review Source Eslam A. E-marketing expert on communication platforms and search engines Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "One of the best tools I’ve used for collaboration... It is not 100% perfect " July 6, 2026 5.0 To be honest, Google Sheets has changed the way we operate. Before that, we had sent Excel files in the email and everyone sent you their modified version, and that was a mess. Now we have only one "source of truth" and the whole team is returning to him. We used it as a simple database and as a dashboard (dashboard) for small and medium-sized enterprises, and it worked very well with us. If your team needs more speed and collaboration than complex advanced features, it’s an excellent option, especially since the price of Google Workspace is worth compared to other alternatives on the market. Pros Frankly, the thing I liked most about Google Sheets is that it's not just "Excel Online", it's really a real collaboration tool. We use it at work on a daily basis, and the most needed and saved time is that the whole team can work on the same file at the same time - whether budget or project plan - without any fear that it is sabotaging a need, because the advantage of "record adjustments" will return you any old copy if there is a mistake. My personal experience has saved me more than once. ImporTrange is also used to link data between different files, and it saves me hours I used to use in copy and paste. Linking it to Google Forms to automatically collect data is a very practical need in our job. Our team of programming specialists also develops custom tools that help us more with Google Apps script. Cons The main problem I face is that when data gets too big, it means hundreds of thousands of rows with complex equations, performance starts to slow down significantly, and it's a little frustrating if you're working on a big need. It also has advanced formatting options and data analysis tools that do not exist like Excel , especially ZiPower Pivot needs. Offline mode does exist, but it's not as smooth as being online - sometimes there's a slight delay when you return online again. Switched from [Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/) Before my transition, I relied mainly on Microsoft Excel (desktop version). The move was because we needed real-time collaboration between team members, because Excel was having problems with file sharing and conflicting copies when more than one person was working on the same file at the same time. While Excel remains superior in certain areas, like advanced analytical tools (Power Pivot) and formatting, the convenience of easy collaboration and remote access in Google Sheets proved to be our deciding factor. Review Source EL Eduardo L. Safety Coordinator II Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Spread the Work with Google Sheets" August 17, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with Google Sheets has been really positive. It’s easy to use, works smoothly, and makes organizing information much less of a hassle. I love that I can access my spreadsheets from anywhere and share them with others without having to send files back and forth. The real-time collaboration is super helpful when working with a team, and everything saves automatically. It’s also great for everything from simple lists and budgets to more detailed projects. Overall, Google Sheets is convenient, reliable, and flexible, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who needs an easy spreadsheet tool. Pros Google Sheets is honestly one of the easiest and most useful spreadsheet tools I’ve used. It’s simple to set up, easy to organize, and works great for everything from basic lists to more detailed projects. I really like that I can access my spreadsheets from anywhere and share them with others instantly. The real-time collaboration is especially convenient when working with a team. It also saves automatically, so I don’t have to worry about losing my work. Overall, Google Sheets is reliable, flexible, and super convenient. I’d definitely recommend it for both personal and professional use. Cons One downside of Google Sheets is that it can feel a little limited compared with advanced desktop spreadsheet software. When working with very large or complex spreadsheets, performance can sometimes slow down. Some advanced features and formatting options may also take time to learn or may not be as powerful as those in dedicated spreadsheet programs. While Google Sheets is excellent for everyday tasks and collaboration, users with highly technical or data-heavy projects might prefer a more advanced tool. Review Source Mark B. Manager Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "My prefered spreadsheet program" August 16, 2026 5.0 Google Sheets is where most of my day-to-day data work happens, mainly because getting someone else into a spreadsheet takes one link and no explanation. That single advantage changes how a team works — shared trackers, budgets, and planning docs stay current because everyone edits the same live copy instead of trading attachments. Pros Collaboration is what it does better than anything else. Several people can work in the same sheet at once, see each other's cursors, and leave comments, with no version conflicts and no emailing files back and forth. Sharing is a link and a permission setting, and the full revision history means you can always see who changed what and roll it back. It's free, runs in a browser on any machine, and autosaves constantly so nothing is ever lost. The formula set covers the vast majority of real work, and functions like IMPORTRANGE, QUERY, and GOOGLE FINANCE do things desktop spreadsheets can't. Google Forms feeds straight into it, Apps Script handles automation, and it connects easily to other tools. Cons It slows down on large datasets. Once you're past tens of thousands of rows with heavy formulas, recalculation lags and the browser starts to struggle in a way a desktop spreadsheet wouldn't. Review Source SA Shady A. Head of Monetization Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Couldn't work without" September 3, 2026 5.0 Just impossible to think about our work without Google Sheets. It is probably the only non-replaceable tool in the company. Pros Couldn't work without. We have all our monthly plan on Google sheets in order to be accessible to everyone anytime and it works just perfect. It's so easy to make and review formulas and now with the AI it's even easier. Best value for money by far. Cons Sometimes the automatic suggestions are too invasive, but you can turn them off. And it happens that the formulas may change without noticing it for apparently no reason, so it requires always to be checked. In-app AI can be improved Review Source TH Tara H. Finance and Administrative Officer Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Sheets: A great option for low-cost remote access to spreadsheet software!" September 16, 2026 4.0 My overall experience with Google Sheets has been positive. It accomplishes it's purpose, is low cost, and is really beneficial for remote organizations. Pros Google Sheets makes it easy to handle your spreadsheet needs, wherever you are. It also allows you to share access to view or edit the document, so remote organizations can all easily access and work from the same documents. It has an easy interface to use, is a great value for the cost, has great templates, and I have never had a reason to contact customer service! Cons The thing I dislike about Google Sheets is that the setup is a bit less intuitive than using alternatives that are desktop options. Review Source JQ Jordan Q. Graphic Designer Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Google Sheets review" September 28, 2026 5.0 Google Sheets helps me stay better organized with my design projects. It is useful for tracking tasks and collaborating with colleagues, although some features require a little experience. Pros Real-time sharing is also very convenient when I work with other people. This tool helps me organize my activities without needing complex project management software. Cons I find that some formulas can be difficult to understand when spreadsheets become complicated. Managing files containing large amounts of data can also become less convenient, especially on smaller screens. Review Source Wren W. Owner Events Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Got my small business off the ground" July 10, 2026 4.0 Honestly it's my go-to whenever I need to get something organized fast. I leaned on it hard in the early days of my business and still use it for budget tracking and quick one-off lists. It's not the tool I'd build a serious CRM on, but for everyday spreadsheet work it's reliable and I never have to think twice about it. Pros When I was first setting up Wildstar Weddings I basically ran my whole client tracking out of Sheets. It was free, I already knew my way around it, and I could spin up a new tab or column whenever I thought of something I wanted to track. Budgeting, client info, follow-up dates, all of it lived in one file. The fact that it updates live and I can get to it from my phone or laptop made it really easy to keep on top of things without paying for anything fancy. Cons It works great until you outgrow it. Once my client list started getting longer, using a spreadsheet as a real CRM started to feel clunky and it wasn't something I could scale long term. I eventually moved that side of things over to a custom setup, but for what it is a spreadsheet, not a database it did the job longer than I expected. Review Source BB Bree B. Advancement Coordinator Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Use daily and love it! " April 13, 2026 5.0 Truly, my experience with Google Sheets has been very positive. It’s a flexible and reliable tool that supports collaboration and data management across a multi-school system. While there is a learning curve with more advanced features, its ease of use, accessibility, and integration with other Google tools make it an essential part of day-to-day operations. Pros Google Sheets is a powerful and collaborative tool that works especially well for managing data across multiple teams. In a multi-school system, it’s been extremely useful for tracking donor information, event data, RSVPs, and internal reporting. The ability for multiple users to view and edit in real time is a huge advantage, and the integration with tools like Google Forms makes data collection seamless. It’s also very accessible and easy to share, which helps keep everyone aligned and working from the same information. Cons While Google Sheets is very functional, it can be more limited than Excel when it comes to advanced formulas, data analysis, and large datasets. As spreadsheets grow more complex, they can become harder to manage and easier to break if multiple users are editing at once. Review Source LD Leo D. Embedded software test engineer Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Sheets: Where Numbers Go to Party… and Panic" April 9, 2026 5.0 Google Sheets is like that coworker who’s brilliant but chaotic. Amazing when it works, stressful when it doesn’t, and always keeps you slightly paranoid about what someone just deleted. Pros Collaboration is instant—you can watch your coworkers panic in real time. Automatically saves everything, so at least your mistakes are preserved. Formulas are powerful… when they actually work. Free and cloud-based, so your spreadsheets follow you everywhere. Cons When multiple people are editing the same sheet, it’s like trying to play Jenga while blindfolded. Rows move, columns vanish, and your carefully colored charts turn into abstract art. Someone deletes a formula you spent 30 minutes perfecting, and suddenly your “quarterly report” looks like a toddler’s doodle. Hundreds or thousands of rows later, you start to feel like you’re trapped in an infinite spreadsheet dungeon. Where does it end? What am I even doing with my life? That one missing row becomes a philosophical quest. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer VP Marketing Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great data management tool" July 6, 2026 5.0 Pros Google Sheets is able to do 99% of what I need it to, and it's far easier and more intuitive to figure out than Microsoft Excel. I love that it seamlessly integrates with the rest of the Google Suite of products and is easy to find old files. Cons Not many downsides to Sheets. It's simple, effective, and secure. If I needed more in-depth features, a more customizable tool like Excel might be needed. Review Source JA Jhovanny A. Receptionist- New Client Liaison Law Practice Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Monarch of Sheet Apps" December 30, 2025 5.0 My overall experience has been wonderful. I have tried to branch out in the past but have come back stronger than ever. Sheets is simply undefeated in its efficiency and simplicity. Pros Google Sheets is by far the best integrated sheet app. Its simplicity at surface value allows accessibility to users and the majority of objectives to accomplished. While the formulas do require a learning curve; once mastered they become essential to creating organized and intelligent sheets. Being from Google, it is not a surprise that the interface, sharing abilities, templates and network is all outstanding. Cons I wish there were clickable and collapsible tabs. This is more of a desire than a con to be fair. I would benefit greatly from tab headers but I understand that the cell customization itself allows this. Review Source SA Suman A. Owner,Bookkeeper,TAxPreparer Accounting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Agile Workspace: Why Google Sheets Wins on Collaboration" June 16, 2026 5.0 Google Sheets is basically the ultimate team player. It turned the old, clunky habit of emailing files back and forth into a smooth, live experience where everyone can work at once without the headache of version control. Pros Honestly, the best thing about Google Sheets has to be the real-time collaboration. There’s something incredibly satisfying about watching a teammate’s cursor zip around the screen, making changes right as we’re talking through a project. Cons The biggest frustration is definitely the performance lag on massive files.it can be a bit rigid with large-scale data modeling compared to dedicated databases or even the desktop version of Excel. Review Source PG Parsa G. Sr AI Analyst Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best tool for small-medium data chunk works" June 16, 2026 5.0 Very useful for day to day non-extreme volume of data. Practical sharing, templatizing and data viewing. Pros Very easy to work through for small to medium chunks of data. Visually pleasing and efficient without unnecessary complications. Been using it for collaboration with team members, sharing data, creating templates of pivots and many more. Cons The only constrain which is sort of the week spot of this product vs. Excel is the limitation of data amount. It tends to go in "not responding" mode so easily when data volume increases. Review Source PS Parker S. CEO Music Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Software & Tool" December 1, 2025 5.0 Overall, Google sheets is the best software to use for entry level entrants. No cost, no pay to use special features. Just raw software that helps out on any way you're using the application. Pros Sheets is relatively easy to use, and its pretty much a simplified Microsoft excel. the interface itself is very easy to navigate and to insert data. You may not be able to perform some complex functions or equations, but you will be able to get what you need done in a timely and simple manner. Cons Not many cons to give to the software itself, as it has all the basic features you need. I would say maybe the ability to delete cells is a bit too easy and if you get too carried away, you might delete valuable data as well as not having an undo button for numerous steps. Review Source DL Drew L. SR SYS Admin Consumer Goods Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cant Beat Free" April 30, 2026 5.0 Been amazing - been using it for the last 15 years at least, and it has yet to let me down in a major way. Pros Amazing product, free, easy to use, tons of temaples, formula calculations when you need them, great user interface, and solid for team collaboration. Googles customer support is great! Cons It can be hard to create complex functions in Google Sheets like you would in excel, and sometimes things fail with no warning Review Source ZM Zain M. Chief Executive Officer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple and easy to use" May 28, 2026 5.0 Pros The best thing of Google Sheets is that I am able to collaborate with my team members in real time and able to share sheet leave comments or see updates instantly. It saves a lot of time and very easy to use. And the interface is very clean. Cons When I try to work with large sheet with a lot of formulas or when multiple people are working on same file, it starts to lag sometimes. Review Source PK Paul K. President Real Estate Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Sheets - A Great Solution!" May 21, 2026 5.0 Pros Google Sheets is my go to platform for organizing data, using formulas to calculate data, and having great templates for many uses. Google Sheets also has a great easy to use user interface and easy access to collaboration. Excellent value at a low price point! Cons What I liked least about Google Sheets is that the customer support is at times difficult to reach regarding some issues. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Web Designer Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A great cloud based graph, table and report software" March 6, 2026 5.0 I recommend it to anyone looking for a cloud based software for calculations, graph creation and reporting. Pros It's great that Google Sheets is cloud based. This makes it so easy to share files I'm working on without needing to send over further versions if I make edits. Cons Nothing notable. It does exactly what I need it to do. Calculations are easy to create and features like being able to drag from one cell to another speed up your workflow. Review Source RN Ramon N. Office Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Strong Spreadsheet Tool for Collaborative Work" February 5, 2026 5.0 great, mainly because of the seamless collaboration and sharing, allowing teams to edit, comment, and track changes in real time. Pros I really liked the smart suggestions, especially how Sheets recommends formulas and charts and automatically detects patterns to save time. Cons The main drawback was the limited offline functionality, as some features and real-time updates are unavailable without an internet connection Review Source JC John C. Graphic designer Graphic Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Google sheet the great" January 16, 2026 5.0 Google sheet is so good in making spreadsheets to track project’s budgets and collaboration with sales data The great platform has a lot of wonderful features. I like using it always because it is so efficient Pros \- It is affordable - Its interface is simple - I like the availability of helpful formula calculation - It has great collaboration - I like its amazing template Cons \- It might be hard to know some of the features for beginners - Customer Support Team is not helpful enough, it needs to be improved Review Source CF Colin F. Physical Therapist Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Sheets review" March 12, 2026 5.0 Generally I have a very good experience with Google Sheets. I would recommend it to anyone looking for an alternative to excel Pros Seems like a carbon copy of Microsoft Excel. Compatible forumlas and document formats with excel are a nice perk! Cons Generally works better online. Not as effective when using offline. Less efficient with large data sets than excel but not an issue for me - I don’t use big sheets often Review Source Similar Products Featured