Numerous
An AI-powered spreadsheet plugin that brings ChatGPT to Google Sheets and Excel, enabling text extraction, data categorization, formula generation, and more directly in spreadsheets.
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What is Numerous?
Numerous.ai is an AI-powered spreadsheet plugin that brings ChatGPT capabilities directly into Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel. It allows users to use AI inside any cell with the simple =AI() function, eliminating the need for API keys. The tool automates repetitive spreadsheet tasks, generates formulas from plain English descriptions, extracts and summarizes text, categorizes data, cleans messy inputs, and creates content for marketing campaigns.
Key features include the =AI() function for prompting ChatGPT in cells, the =INFER() function that teaches AI to do repetitive tasks by showing examples, formula generation from plain English (working with SUM, COUNTIF, VLOOKUP, QUERY, REGEX, and more), the
Numerous pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Numerous.ai offers a 7-day trial for $1. The Personal plan is $10/month billed annually, including 500,000 characters of ChatGPT inputs and outputs and 500 formula generations (good for small projects). The Pro plan is also $10/month billed annually with 500,000 characters and 500 formula generations. The Enterprise plan is $10/month per user billed annually (first 7 days for $1), including 1 million characters of ChatGPT inputs and outputs per person, use in both Google Sheets and Excel, priority email support, and video call onboarding if requested. Every user gets 60 tokens for free (roughly 30,000 characters of text input and output). Custom plans are available - contact for details. Billed annually with 57% savings.
Numerous pros
- No API keys required - simply set up the add-on and begin
- Easy to use with simple =AI function in any cell
- Works in both Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel
- Generates complex formulas from plain English including VLOOKUP, QUERY, REGEX
- =INFER() function learns patterns from examples without needing to articulate rules
- Explain formula feature translates complex formulas to plain English
- Built for teams with collaboration across entire organization
- Priority email support available
- Video call onboarding for Enterprise plans
- Cost-efficient - avoids duplicate queries
- Fast performance through AI provider partnerships
- Long-term results caching for prototype testing
- Batch prompting for processing large datasets quickly
- Token usage visible directly from sidebar
- No need to link personal OPEN AI API key - manages budget effectively
- Intuitive fill-in-theblank feature for many formulas
- Clear segmentation of features for various formula types
- 7-day trial available for $1
- Cancel anytime and keep remaining tokens forever
- US-based team in San Francisco
Numerous cons
- Initial learning curve for beginners
- Slight lag with substantial volume of uploaded data
- Specific tasks deplete tokens at quicker pace
- Advanced customization gated behind paid plans
- Quality can be variable depending on use cases
- Some gaps in specific native integrations
- Not suitable for non-Sheets/Excel uses
- Not designed for industrial ETL needs
- Relies on stable internet connection for full functionality
- No advertised free tier on public pricing page
Frequently asked questions about Numerous
What is Numerous.ai and what does it do?
Numerous.ai is an AI-powered spreadsheet plugin that brings ChatGPT to Google Sheets and Excel. It allows users to extract text, categorize data, generate formulas, summarize content, translate, clean and normalize data, create marketing content, write SEO-friendly descriptions, draft customer inquiries replies, perform sentiment analysis, and use ChatGPT directly within spreadsheets using the simple =AI() function without needing API keys.
How do I use the =AI() function?
Use the =AI() function directly in any spreadsheet cell just like regular formulas such as =SUM() or =AVERAGE(). Type =AI() followed by your prompt in quotes. For example: =AI('Summarize this text:', A1, 'summarize it in 1-2 bulletpoints') where A1 contains the text. You can drag the function down to apply it to multiple rows for processing large amounts of data quickly.
What is the =INFER() function and how does it work?
=INFER() teaches AI to do repetitive tasks by showing examples rather than describing patterns in a prompt. You provide a column of input values and a column of your correct outputs for a handful of rows. The function learns the rule from those examples and applies it to the rest of the dataset. This is useful when describing standardization rules in a prompt is harder than showing five examples of what input should map to what output.
How do I generate formulas with Numerous.ai?
Just write out what you want in plain English and Numerous.ai will generate the formula to do it. This works for complex formulas including SUM, COUNTIF, AVERAGE, VLOOKUP, QUERY, REGEX, and more. You can create the appropriate function by entering a description of the function you want to create, and the AI will generate it for you.
Can I explain complex formulas I don't understand?
Yes, use the 'Explain formula' function. If you've received a spreadsheet from a colleague and have no idea what the formulas do, this function will tell you what the formula does in plain English. This helps understand complex formulas from colleagues or existing spreadsheets.
How much does Numerous.ai cost and is there a free tier?
Every user gets 60 tokens for free (roughly 30,000 characters of text input and output). The Personal plan is $10/month billed annually with 500,000 characters and 500 formula generations. The Enterprise plan is $10/month per user billed annually with 1 million characters per person. There's also a 7-day trial for $1. Custom plans are available by contacting the company.
Does Numerous.ai work with both Google Sheets and Excel?
Yes, Numerous.ai works in both Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel. You can install the Google Sheets add-on from the Google Workspace Marketplace or the Microsoft Excel add-in from the Microsoft Office Store. The same plan works in both platforms, and Enterprise plans include use in both Google Sheets and Excel.
Do I need an API key to use Numerous.ai?
No, Numerous.ai requires no API keys. You simply set up the add-on and begin using it. This is a significant asset for managing your budget effectively since you don't need to link to your personal OPEN AI API key. The tool handles API management internally through partnerships with AI providers.
Can teams use Numerous.ai together?
Yes, Numerous.ai is built for teams. You can collaborate on AI initiatives across your entire organization. The Enterprise plan is designed for teams with 1 million characters per person, use in both Google Sheets and Excel, priority email support, and video call onboarding if requested. Everyone on your team can use the same plan, and Enterprise access can be shared across domains.
What happens if I cancel my subscription?
You can cancel anytime and keep your remaining tokens forever. This means any unused tokens in your account don't disappear when you cancel. If you need more tokens later, you can purchase a subscription again. Custom plans are also available by contacting the company for tailored options.