What is the key difference between Exchange Rate API and Mcp?

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

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

Exchange Rate API operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Mcp 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. Mcp lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Exchange Rate API and 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.

How do I install Exchange Rate API or Mcp 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 Mcp free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both exchange-rate-api and mcp-210 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. Mcp holds a Quality Score of 32 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Exchange Rate API vs Mcp

In-depth architectural comparison of the Exchange Rate API and 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

Exchange Rate API

Developer Tools · Local stdio

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

Mcp

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 32/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Exchange Rate API if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Mcp 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 Mcp 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 Mcp Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	E Exchange Rate API Developer Tools	M Mcp Developer Tools
Summary	Real-time & historical exchange rates for 160+ currencies, mid-market (Reuters/Refinitiv).	Currency conversion and exchange rates for AI. 170+ currencies, historical data back to 1999.
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

Mcp 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).

Exchange Rate API Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

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

Mcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-210": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-210"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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