What is the key difference between Backlog and Dida Mcp?

Backlog belongs to the Workplace & Productivity category with local stdio execution, while Dida Mcp belongs to the Workplace & Productivity category with cloud HTTP/SSE execution.

How do I install Backlog or Dida Mcp 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 Backlog and Dida Mcp free or paid?

Backlog operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Dida Mcp operates under a Free / Open Source model (OAuth 2.0).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Backlog lists 24 tools with 3 views and 5 GitHub stars. Dida Mcp lists 5 tools with 2 views and 13 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Backlog and Dida Mcp 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 Backlog or Dida Mcp 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 Backlog and Dida Mcp free to use, or do they require API keys?

Backlog is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . Dida Mcp operates under a Free / Open Source model with OAuth 2.0 . 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 Backlog and Dida Mcp at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both backloghq-backlog and martinqi826-dida-mcp 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, Backlog has a Quality Score of 51 /100 ( Good ) with 3 views, 0 installs, and 5 GitHub stars. Dida Mcp holds a Quality Score of 51 /100 ( Good ) with 2 views, 0 installs, and 13 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Backlog vs Dida Mcp

In-depth architectural comparison of the Backlog and Dida Mcp 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

Backlog

Workplace & Productivity · Local stdio

Quality: 51/100 (Good) | Auth: No auth required

Dida Mcp

Workplace & Productivity · Remote HTTP/SSE

Quality: 51/100 (Good) | Auth: OAuth 2.0

Verdict Summary: Choose Backlog if you need specialized Workplace & Productivity tools running via a local process. Choose Dida Mcp if your workspace requires Workplace & Productivity integration with remote web transport. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Backlog when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Workplace & Productivity domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: TASKDATA.
Primary tools included: task_list, task_count, task_add.

Explore Backlog Details

Choose Dida Mcp when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Workplace & Productivity domain.
You prefer remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: OAuth 2.0 (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: DIDA_CLIENT_ID, DIDA_CLIENT_SECRET, DIDA_REDIRECT_URI.
Primary tools included: OAuth 2.0 authentication with token storage, Project management: list, create, delete projects, Task management: create, update, complete, delete tasks.

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Backlog backloghq Workplace & Productivity	Dida Mcp Martinqi826 Workplace & Productivity
Summary	Persistent, cross-session task management for Claude Code. 24 MCP tools, 7 skills, and agent coordination with event-sourced storage and per-project isolation.	Dida365 (TickTick China) MCP server for AI-powered task management. 13 tools for projects, tasks, tags, and habits with OAuth 2.0 authentication. Compatible with OpenClaw, Claude Desktop, and any MCP client.
Category & Scope	Workplace & Productivity

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Backlog Tools (24)

task_list

Query tasks with filter syntax. Returns JSON array with all fields.

task_count

Count tasks matching a filter. Same syntax as task_list.

task_add

Create a new pending task. Only description required; all other fields optional.

task_log

Record already-completed work directly in completed status.

task_modify

Partial-update one or more tasks matching a filter. Only provided fields change.

task_duplicate

Copy an existing task with optional field overrides.

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).

Backlog Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "backloghq-backlog": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "backloghq-backlog"
      ],
      "env": {
        "TASKDATA": "YOUR_TASKDATA_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Dida Mcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "martinqi826-dida-mcp": {
      "url": "https://img.shields.io/badge/License-MIT-yellow.svg)](https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT"
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Backlog is categorized under Workplace & Productivity and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Dida Mcp belongs to Workplace & Productivity using remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport. Select Backlog when you need capabilities focused on workplace & productivity and Dida Mcp when you require tools for workplace & productivity.

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