I've been using the SyncFusion Essential Suite (including the grid) for a couple of years now (see http://www.syncfusion.com). I'm quite pleased with the capabilities of the grid; you can do anything with it. The support from Syncfusion is excellent. The only drawback is the cost. I bought the Full Source code version back when the suite first came out and have renewed my subscription twice. The component that exports to excel is ExcelRW; it can be used independantly from the grid control. One of the demos that they ship includes a spreadheet app that looks exactly like Excel. If you have the $$ and 30 days then you should try it; there is 30-day money back guarantee. -Roy