Is XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace cheaper?

Both XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) and Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace offer paid plans only. XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) starts at freemium; Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace starts at free. Compare the per-tier features in the Pricing section above before committing.

Which has better reviews, XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace?

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) has the higher average rating (4.8★ from 228 reviews) compared to Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace (3.6★ from 28 reviews). Both are tracked daily by AppRanks, so the figures here update each refresh cycle.

Should I choose XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace?

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) holds the higher average rating (4.8★ vs 3.6★). That is the one dimension AppRanks can separate them on here — read both apps' detail pages for the feature breakdown and recent listing changes.

Which is faster to set up, XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace?

Both apps are one-click installs from the Salesforce AppExchange. XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) has the deeper published review base (228 vs 28), which often — though not always — accompanies better-tested setup docs. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly: read the recent reviews on each app's detail page for user-reported install experience.

Which works better for small vs large Salesforce AppExchange admins?

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (228 reviews). Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (28 reviews). A larger review base generally means the app has been exercised at scale — relevant if you are processing high volume or handling enterprise compliance requirements.

Can I migrate data between XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) and Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace?

Migration support varies by app and category. XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) and Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace both publish their export options on their marketplace listing pages (or in their support docs); some apps offer one-click import from competitors, others require CSV. The fastest check: search "import from Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.

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XL-Connector vs Lightning Knowledge — Salesforce

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) vs Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace

Side-by-side comparison · 24 data points

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel)

4.8·228reviews

Work with Salesforce data directly in Excel. Import, export, bulk update records, run SOQL queries, and streamline repeatable data tasks.

salesforcefreemium

Change

1. Listing metadata

Field-level data

	XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel)	Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace
Tagline	“Work with Salesforce data directly in Excel. Import, export, bulk update records, run SOQL queries, and streamline repeatable data tasks. ”139 chars	“Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace allows knowledge base publishers or admins to quickly perform dynamic string substitutions on both draft and published article text field values and also update the visible by (customer, partner, public) fields.”250 chars
Description	819 / 2000 chars41% used	753 / 2000 chars38% used
Screenshots	—	—
Languages	en	en
Platforms	Salesforce	Salesforce
Developer	Xappex LLC	Salesforce Labs
Listed	November 7, 2013	February 13, 2020

At a glance

7 metrics · auto-computed

Feature comparison between XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) and Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace
Metric	XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel)	Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace
Rating	★ 4.8 ★	3.6 ★
Total reviews	★ 228	28
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Pricing	freemium	free
Listed features	★ 6	3
Languages	1 supported	1 supported
Listed since	Nov 2013	Feb 2020

AppRanks verdict

Generated from live data on this page

The call

Based on the data on this page, XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) is the stronger choice for most Salesforce AppExchange admins — 4.8★ vs Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace's 3.6★ is a meaningful gap that usually reflects real product or support quality differences across the user base.

Pricing

Pricing entry tiers: XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) at freemium, Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace at free. Check each app's tier structure for the capacity limits you actually need before deciding — the headline number is the same shape, but the gating shape per tier (seats, usage volume, integrations) varies.

Review base

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) has the larger user base (228 reviews vs 28), which usually maps to broader integration coverage, faster bug-fix cadence, and a deeper bench of community workflow patterns. Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace's smaller cohort can be an advantage for niche workflows where the bigger app has accumulated bloat.

Who should pick what

Recommended by size: small/early-stage admins who need fast install and low risk should default to XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel); mid-market and enterprise admins with specific feature requirements should evaluate both — Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace's 28-review base may include the workflow context that matches your specific use case better than XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel)'s broader-but-shallower coverage.

How this is generated

This verdict is generated from the live marketplace data on this page — rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position all refresh from the canonical Salesforce AppExchange listing every 24 hours. AppRanks does not accept payment to influence comparison outcomes; the methodology is documented on the About page and applies identically to every pair on the site.

Read each app's audit: XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) audit • Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace audit

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4. Search rankings

Top 5 keywords · shared rankings prioritized

Keyword	XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel)	Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace
data management	#2	Not ranked
metadata management	#6	Not ranked
data and metadata	#7	Not ranked
allows users	Not ranked	#8
search	Not ranked	#9

5. App details

Long-form description · keyword frequency

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel)

THE PERFECT COMPANION FOR YOUR SALESFORCE.COM DATA MANAGEMENT Microsoft Excel's versatility in data management is unparalleled. It’s a powerhouse for data modification, representation, and reporting. Pairing this with Salesforce seems like a no-brainer, and that’s where XL-Connector comes in. This data loader integrates the best of both worlds, allowing you to retrieve data from Salesforce, refine it in Excel, and then sync it back — all without the fuss of CSV files. You can harness Excel’s robust features like pivot tables, charts, formulas, and lookups seamlessly. MAXIMIZE PRODUCTIVITY WITH FAST UPDATES AND DATA INTEGRATION Our community of users have experienced heightened efficiency and have reported the following staggering time savings and ease of use. Simplify your data management journey with us!

Top keywords

data7×5.65%
data management3×2.42%
management3×2.42%
salesforce3×2.42%
excel2×1.61%

Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace

Lightning Knowledge Global Search and Replace supports replacement operations on both published as well as draft articles. All standard and custom text fields, including rich text fields (RTA), are supported. Search and replace is supported on both content as well as HTML markup. This app is designed to target searches on specific field(s), article record types, and publish status. Published articles are automatically republished as new versions once the replacement operation is performed on each article. A search-only mode of operation is available which allows users to determine the impact of the replacement operation before the actual substitution is performed. This app includes full support for both source articles as well as translations.

Top keywords

articles3×2.63%
both3×2.63%
operation3×2.63%
replacement3×2.63%
well3×2.63%
article2×1.75%
fields2×1.75%
performed2×1.75%
published2×1.75%
replace2×1.75%
replacement operation2×1.75%
search2×1.75%

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) vs Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace

XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel)

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3. Categories & rankings

4. Search rankings

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Frequently asked

Is XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace cheaper?

Which has better reviews, XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace?

Should I choose XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace?

Which is faster to set up, XL-Connector (formerly Enabler4Excel) or Lightning Knowledge Search and Replace?

Which works better for small vs large Salesforce AppExchange admins?

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