Question 1

Is SmartPlanning free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SmartPlanning is a completely free online Planning Poker tool. There is no sign-up, no installation and no credit card required.

Question 2

What is Planning Poker?

Accepted Answer

Planning Poker (also called Scrum Poker) is a consensus-based estimation technique for agile teams. Team members privately pick a card representing the effort of a user story, reveal at the same time and discuss differences until they agree on a story-point estimate.

Question 3

Do participants need an account to join?

Accepted Answer

No. The facilitator creates a room and shares an invite code or link. Participants just enter a name and join — no registration needed.

Question 4

Which estimation scales are supported?

Accepted Answer

Fibonacci (1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21), T-shirt sizes (XS–XL), powers of two, and your own custom scale.

Question 5

How many people can join one room?

Accepted Answer

Up to 30 participants per room, including the facilitator and observers.

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