What is the key difference between Checkmcp and Mcp Scan?

Checkmcp belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution, while Mcp Scan belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Checkmcp or Mcp Scan 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 Checkmcp and Mcp Scan free or paid?

Checkmcp operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Mcp Scan operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Checkmcp lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Mcp Scan lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

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

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both checkmcp and mcp-scan 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, Checkmcp has a Quality Score of 40 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Mcp Scan holds a Quality Score of 43 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Checkmcp vs Mcp Scan

In-depth architectural comparison of the Checkmcp and Mcp Scan 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

Checkmcp

Security · Local stdio

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

Mcp Scan

Security · Local stdio

Quality: 43/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Checkmcp if you need specialized Security tools running via a local process. Choose Mcp Scan 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 Checkmcp when:

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

Explore Checkmcp Details

Choose Mcp Scan when:

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

Explore Mcp Scan Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Checkmcp Security	M Mcp Scan Security
Summary	Audit any MCP server's security & quality — OWASP MCP Top 10 + explainable 0-100 MCP Score	Passive security scanner: audits MCP servers against the OWASP MCP Top 10, graded A-F.
Category & Scope	Security	Security
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Checkmcp Tools (0)

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

Mcp Scan 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).

Checkmcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "checkmcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "audit-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Mcp Scan Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-scan": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "owasp-mcp-scan"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Checkmcp is categorized under Security and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Mcp Scan belongs to Security using local stdio subprocess. Select Checkmcp when you need capabilities focused on security and Mcp Scan when you require tools for security.

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