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Formula Foundry vs Shoji

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Formula Foundry compared with Shoji
DetailFormula Foundry logo Formula FoundryShoji logo Shoji
What it doesExcel and Google Sheets formula editor with AI A privacy screen for your Mac that locks with one keystroke and unlocks with Touch ID
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Pricing modelNot given Paid
PricingFree plan with ~20 AI generations per month, 1 tab, 3 snippets, and 3 variables. Pro at $9/month (or $7/month billed annually) with unlimited tabs, snippets, variables, and larger AI budget. Business at $15/seat/month (or $12/seat/month billed annually) with shared team snippets, team management, an $14 one time. Includes 24 hours free trial, three Macs on one license key, and every future update. 30 days to change your mind, no questions.
Key features
  • Multi-line code editor with syntax highlighting and auto-indentation
  • Global variables using @@ notation that update across all formulas
  • Excel to Google Sheets formula translator
  • Visual formula builder for no-code formula creation
  • AI assistant for generating, debugging, and explaining formulas
  • Reusable snippet library with team sharing on Business plan
  • Find and replace within formulas
  • Auto-suggest for formula functions and range names
  • Lock entire Mac display with one keystroke (⌘L)
  • Unlock with Touch ID or Mac password
  • Windows remain exactly as they were when locked
  • Works with multiple displays including new ones plugged in while locked
  • Hands off to macOS lock after custom time delay
  • No permissions required from macOS
What makes it different
  • Multi-line editor makes formulas readable like code instead of squished one-liners
  • Global variables that update 500+ formulas instantly when changed
  • Seamless Excel to Sheets translation without rewriting formulas from scratch
  • AI assistant specialized for spreadsheet formulas, not generic chatbot
  • Team snippet library for approved, audited formulas shared across organization
  • Instant privacy that keeps windows exactly where you left them, unlike macOS lock screen
  • Survives Force Quit with automatic macOS lock activation
  • One-time purchase with no subscription
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Open sourceNot given Not given
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Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)10 +1 (up) since last check29 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)1010
Citation Flow (Majestic)2519
Referring domains (Majestic)2210

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