What is the key difference between Mcpskills Server and Agentforge Trust MCP?

Mcpskills Server belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution, while Agentforge Trust MCP belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Mcpskills Server or Agentforge Trust 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 Mcpskills Server and Agentforge Trust MCP free or paid?

Mcpskills Server operates under a Freemium model (API Key required). Agentforge Trust MCP operates under a Freemium model (API Key required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Mcpskills Server lists 9 tools with 3 views and 1 GitHub stars. Agentforge Trust MCP lists 8 tools with 2 views and 1 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Mcpskills Server and Agentforge Trust 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.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Mcpskills Server vs Agentforge Trust MCP

In-depth architectural comparison of the Mcpskills Server and Agentforge Trust 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

Mcpskills Server

Security · Local stdio

Quality: 59/100 (Good) | Auth: API Key required

Agentforge Trust MCP

Security · Local stdio

Quality: 55/100 (Good) | Auth: API Key required

Verdict Summary: Choose Mcpskills Server if you need specialized Security tools running via a local process. Choose Agentforge Trust MCP if your workspace requires Security integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Mcpskills Server when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Security domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Freemium).
You have access to required keys: MCPSKILLS_API_KEY.
Primary tools included: check_trust_score, scan_safety, list_packages.

Explore Mcpskills Server Details

Choose Agentforge Trust MCP when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Security domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Freemium).
Primary tools included: check_trust, evaluate_policy, list_trusted.

Explore Agentforge Trust MCP Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Mcpskills Server BeBraveBeKind Security	Agentforge Trust MCP KOVY Security
Summary	Pre-install trust layer for MCP servers, AI skills, and npm packages. Scores any repo or package across 15 signals (incl. OSV/KEV/EPSS vulnerability intelligence) with safety scanning for prompt injection, credential theft, and supply-chain risk; the autogate tool returns a go/no-go install decision. Listed in the official MCP Registry as io.mcpskills/server. npm: @mcpskillsio/server. https://mcpskills.io	Query the AgentForge Trust Score (0-100 across five dimensions: security, code health, behavioral audit, community trust, EU compliance) for any MCP server before connecting. Exposes checktrust, evaluatepolicy, listtrusted, and recommend tools. 3,600+ servers audited, free public API.

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Mcpskills Server Tools (9)

check_trust_score

Score any AI skill, MCP server, or GitHub repo for trustworthiness. Returns a trust score (0-10) across 4 dimensions: Alive, Legit, Solid, Usable. Accepts: owner/repo, GitHub URL, npm package (npm:@scope/name or @scope/name), Smithery URL, or OpenClaw URL. AI skills get enhanced safety scanning. Set MCPSKILLS_API_KEY for full reports.

scan_safety

Run a focused safety scan on an AI skill or MCP server. Checks for prompt injection, shell execution, network exfiltration, credential theft, obfuscated payloads, public network binding (0.0.0.0), and risky npm lifecycle scripts (preinstall/install/postinstall). Accepts any input format (owner/repo, npm package, Smithery URL, etc.).

list_packages

Browse curated, pre-scored AI skill packages organized by use case. Each package contains vetted skills with trust scores. Available packages: Claude Power User, Full-Stack Vibe Coder, Data & Research, DevOps & Infrastructure, Content & Marketing.

get_badge

Get a trust badge URL for any repo or package. Returns a shields.io-style SVG badge showing the trust score and tier. Embed in READMEs. Badge auto-updates hourly.

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).

Mcpskills Server Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bebravebekind-mcpskills-server": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@mcpskillsio/server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "MCPSKILLS_API_KEY": "YOUR_MCPSKILLS_API_KEY_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Agentforge Trust MCP Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "kovy-agentforge-trust-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "agentforge-trust-mcp@latest"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Mcpskills Server is categorized under Security and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Agentforge Trust MCP belongs to Security using local stdio subprocess. Select Mcpskills Server when you need capabilities focused on security and Agentforge Trust MCP when you require tools for security.

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