What is the key difference between Build and Tactus?

Build belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while Tactus belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Build or Tactus 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 Build and Tactus free or paid?

Build operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Tactus operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Build lists 0 tools with 0 views and 136 GitHub stars. Tactus lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Build and Tactus 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 Build or Tactus 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 Build and Tactus free to use, or do they require API keys?

Build is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . Tactus 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 Build and Tactus at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both build and tactus 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, Build has a Quality Score of 44 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 136 GitHub stars. Tactus holds a Quality Score of 31 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Build vs Tactus

In-depth architectural comparison of the Build and Tactus 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

Build

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 44/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Tactus

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 31/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Build if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Tactus 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 Build 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 Build Details

Choose Tactus 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 Tactus Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	B Build Developer Tools	T Tactus Developer Tools
Summary	Structured build tool output (tsc, generic commands) as typed JSON diagnostics.	Content-agnostic control layer for intimate hardware; forwards Buttplug/Intiface commands only.
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Build Tools (0)

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

Tactus 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).

Build Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "build": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@paretools/init"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tactus Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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