Mysql MCP Server vs Postgres Scout MCP

In-depth architectural comparison of the Mysql MCP Server and Postgres Scout 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.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Mysql MCP Server when:

• You need dedicated capabilities in the Databases domain.
• You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
• Your security boundary fits: other (Free / Open Source).
• You have access to required keys: MYSQL_HOST, MYSQL_USER, MYSQL_PASSWORD.
• Primary tools included: execute_sql, get_schema_info, get_table_sample.

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Choose Postgres Scout MCP when:

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

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Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Mysql MCP Server designcomputer Databases	Postgres Scout MCP Databases
Summary	MySQL database integration with configurable access controls, schema inspection, and comprehensive security guidelines	Scout your PostgreSQL databases with AI - safety features, monitoring, and data quality
Category & Scope	Databases

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

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).

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "designcomputer-mysql-mcp-server": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@smithery/cli"
      ],
      "env": {
        "MYSQL_HOST": "YOUR_MYSQL_HOST_HERE",
        "MYSQL_USER": "YOUR_MYSQL_USER_HERE",
        "MYSQL_PASSWORD": "YOUR_MYSQL_PASSWORD_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "postgres-scout-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "postgres-scout-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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