Excel

  • Excellent at sorting, filtering, and calculating data you already have.
  • Requires you to source, clean, and format the data yourself first.
  • No built-in connection between separate public datasets.
  • A blank spreadsheet doesn't know what question you're asking.

ALKARTIS

  • Does the sourcing, cleaning, and cross-referencing before you ever open a file.
  • Presents a direct answer, with the option to export to CSV if you still want to work in a spreadsheet.
  • Connects datasets (payroll, assessments, permits) that would otherwise require manual joins.
  • Built around a specific question, not a blank grid.

Excel is where you go after the hard part — sourcing and connecting the data — is already done. ALKARTIS does that part.

Frequently asked questions
Can I still export to a spreadsheet?
Yes — CSV export is available on paid plans, for anyone who wants to keep working in Excel from there.
Is ALKARTIS trying to replace Excel?
No — Excel remains a great general-purpose tool. ALKARTIS focuses specifically on connecting public records before you'd ever need a spreadsheet.
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