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“Supermetrics is a Bitter Experience! We can pull data from nearly any tool, schedule updates, manipulate data in Sheets, and push data back into our systems.”
Both Data Import Wizard and Data Loader have significant limitations that frustrate users daily. Understanding these constraints helps you choose better alternatives that actually solve your data import needs.
Here’s an honest comparison of both tools’ limitations and how modern solutions address these pain points with superior functionality.
Overcome native Salesforce import limitations using Coefficient
Coefficient addresses the major limitations of both native Salesforce import tools while providing enterprise-grade functionality through familiar Salesforce spreadsheet interfaces.
How to make it work
Step 1. Access all Salesforce objects without restrictions.
Unlike Data Import Wizard’s limited object support, Coefficient imports from ALL Salesforce objects including Opportunities, Cases, Tasks, Events, and any custom objects. No artificial restrictions on which data you can access.
Step 2. Perform all CRUD operations visually.
While Data Import Wizard only inserts records, Coefficient handles Insert, Update, Upsert, and Delete operations. Use the visual interface instead of Data Loader’s complex field mapping screens. Preview changes before execution to avoid mistakes.
Step 3. Process larger datasets efficiently.
Handle up to 10,000 records per batch (vs Data Import Wizard’s 50,000 limit) with automatic batch processing. No Java installation like Data Loader requires. Operations run in the cloud with progress tracking and error reporting.
Step 4. Automate recurring operations.
Schedule imports and exports to run automatically – something neither native tool handles well. Set up hourly, daily, or weekly operations. Create conditional exports that only process rows meeting specific criteria.
Step 5. Transform data using spreadsheet formulas.
Apply business logic, clean data, and create calculated fields using familiar Excel or Google Sheets formulas. Join data from multiple Salesforce objects in one sheet. Transform before importing, unlike the rigid CSV requirements of both native tools.
Choose tools built for modern data operations
Both Data Import Wizard and Data Loader reflect outdated approaches to data management. Modern alternatives like Coefficient provide the power you need with interfaces that actually make sense. Experience the difference and see why teams are upgrading their Salesforce data workflows.
