When should we use which method? Here´s my approach 🙂
Magic Estimation vs. Planning Poker
When it comes to estimation it does make a difference which method we use.
Magic Estimation
- very good for high level estimation of a whole backlog for example at the start of project
- estimating more than ca. 15 user stories
- it is very fast
Planning Poker
- estimating when detailed discussion is really needed (yes, it is always needed 🙂
- estimating a small n umber of user stories
- might need more time but this pays because the duscussion will cover more details