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Difference between Data Loader and Import Wizard in Salesforce

Import Wizard:

  • For simple imports of up to 50000 records.
  • It supports all custom objects and only few standard objects like Account, Contact, Leads, Solution.
  • It supports schedule export.
  • Delete operation is not available.
  • It doesn’t require installation.
  • While importing, duplicates can be ignored.

Data Loader:

  • For complex imports of any size more than 50000 records.
  • It supports all standard and custom objects.
  • It doesn’t support schedule export.
  • Delete operation is available.
  • It requires installation.
  • While importing, duplicates cannot be ignored.