What is the key difference between Exchange Rate API and Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp?

Exchange Rate API belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Exchange Rate API or Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp 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 Exchange Rate API and Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp free or paid?

Exchange Rate API operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Exchange Rate API lists 4 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp lists 6 tools with 0 views and 6 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Exchange Rate API and Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp 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 Exchange Rate API or Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp 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 Exchange Rate API and Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp free to use, or do they require API keys?

Exchange Rate API is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp 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 Exchange Rate API and Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both exchange-rate-api and anirbanbasu-frankfurtermcp 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, Exchange Rate API has a Quality Score of 51 /100 ( Good ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp holds a Quality Score of 52 /100 ( Good ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 6 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Exchange Rate API vs Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp

In-depth architectural comparison of the Exchange Rate API and Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp 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

Exchange Rate API

Developer Tools · Local stdio

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

Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 52/100 (Good) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Exchange Rate API if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp 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 Exchange Rate API 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).
Primary tools included: get_exchange_rate, get_historical_rates, get_rates.

Explore Exchange Rate API Details

Choose Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp 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).
Primary tools included: get_supported_currencies, get_latest_exchange_rates, convert_currency_latest.

Explore Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	E Exchange Rate API Developer Tools	A Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp Developer Tools
Summary	Real-time & historical exchange rates for 160+ currencies, mid-market (Reuters/Refinitiv).	A MCP server for the Frankfurter API for currency exchange rates.
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Exchange Rate API Tools (4)

get_exchange_rate

Get the current mid-market rate between two currencies

get_historical_rates

Get historical data for a pair over 1d, 7d, 30d, or 1y

get_rates

Multi-target rates with date ranges and grouping (day/week/month)

list_currencies

List all 160+ supported currencies

Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp Tools (6)

get_supported_currencies

Get a list of currencies supported by the Frankfurter API.

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).

Exchange Rate API Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "exchange-rate-api": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@exchangerateapi/mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Anirbanbasu Frankfurtermcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "anirbanbasu-frankfurtermcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/inspector"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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