What is the key difference between AdButler and Watchlist?

AdButler belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while Watchlist belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution.

How do I install AdButler or Watchlist in Claude Desktop or Cursor?

Copy the mcpServers JSON configuration snippet provided on this page into your claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json file and restart your AI client.

Are AdButler and Watchlist free or paid?

AdButler operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Watchlist operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

AdButler lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Watchlist lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both AdButler and Watchlist together in the same MCP host?

Yes! MCP hosts like Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, and VS Code support configuring multiple servers under the mcpServers object simultaneously.

How do I install AdButler or Watchlist in Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Windsurf?

Both servers follow the standard Model Context Protocol configuration format. Simply copy the JSON block from the configuration section above and paste it into your AI client's mcpServers configuration object (for instance in claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json ), then completely restart or refresh the application.

Are AdButler and Watchlist free to use, or do they require API keys?

AdButler is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . Watchlist operates under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . If environment variables are required (such as API keys), be sure to define them under the env key in your MCP client's configuration file.

Can I run both AdButler and Watchlist at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both adbutler and watchlist as distinct keys inside the single mcpServers object in your configuration file. Your AI assistant will automatically select and call the appropriate tool from either server during chat sessions.

Which MCP server has higher directory engagement and quality ratings?

On AllMCPs, AdButler has a Quality Score of 40 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Watchlist holds a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

AdButler vs Watchlist

In-depth architectural comparison of the AdButler and Watchlist MCP servers. Compare execution transports, security boundaries, tool capabilities, quality scores, and ready-to-paste client installation snippets for Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

At a Glance & Executive Verdict

AdButler

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 40/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Watchlist

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 27/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose AdButler if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Watchlist if your workspace requires Developer Tools integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose AdButler when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore AdButler Details

Choose Watchlist when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore Watchlist Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	A AdButler Developer Tools	W Watchlist Developer Tools
Summary	Manage AdButler campaigns, zones, ad items, VAST, and reports from Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor.	Ask Claude, ChatGPT, or Grok about your ReelRifter watchlist, history, and viewing stats.
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

AdButler Tools (0)

No explicit tool names declared in metadata yet. Check project README on main listing page.

Watchlist Tools (0)

No explicit tool names declared in metadata yet. Check project README on main listing page.

Ready-to-Paste Client Configurations

Paste either (or both) of these JSON server blocks into your client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json).

AdButler Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "adbutler": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@adbutler/mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Watchlist Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "watchlist": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "watchlist"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

AdButler is categorized under Developer Tools and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Watchlist belongs to Developer Tools using local stdio subprocess. Select AdButler when you need capabilities focused on developer tools and Watchlist when you require tools for developer tools.

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