What is the key difference between Mcp Server Apple Reminders and Umbriel?

Mcp Server Apple Reminders belongs to the Browser Automation category with local stdio execution, while Umbriel belongs to the Browser Automation category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Mcp Server Apple Reminders or Umbriel 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 Mcp Server Apple Reminders and Umbriel free or paid?

Mcp Server Apple Reminders operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Umbriel operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Mcp Server Apple Reminders lists 5 tools with 3 views and 180 GitHub stars. Umbriel lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Mcp Server Apple Reminders and Umbriel 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 Mcp Server Apple Reminders or Umbriel 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 Mcp Server Apple Reminders and Umbriel free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both fradser-mcp-server-apple-reminders and umbriel 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, Mcp Server Apple Reminders has a Quality Score of 68 /100 ( Great ) with 3 views, 0 installs, and 180 GitHub stars. Umbriel holds a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Mcp Server Apple Reminders vs Umbriel

In-depth architectural comparison of the Mcp Server Apple Reminders and Umbriel 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

Mcp Server Apple Reminders

Browser Automation · Local stdio

Quality: 68/100 (Great) | Auth: No auth required

Umbriel

Browser Automation · Local stdio

Quality: 27/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Mcp Server Apple Reminders if you need specialized Browser Automation tools running via a local process. Choose Umbriel if your workspace requires Browser Automation integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Mcp Server Apple Reminders when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Browser Automation domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: reminders_tasks, reminders_lists, calendar_events.

Explore Mcp Server Apple Reminders Details

Choose Umbriel when:

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

Explore Umbriel Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Mcp Server Apple Reminders fradser Browser Automation	U Umbriel Browser Automation
Summary
Category & Scope	Browser Automation	Browser Automation
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Mcp Server Apple Reminders Tools (5)

reminders_tasks

Manages reminder tasks. Supports reading, creating, updating, and deleting reminders.

reminders_lists

Manages reminder lists. Supports reading, creating, updating, and deleting reminder lists.

calendar_events

Manages calendar events (time blocks). Supports reading, creating, updating, and deleting calendar events.

calendar_calendars

Reads calendar collections. Use to inspect available calendars before creating or updating events.

reminders_subtasks

Manages subtasks/checklists within reminders. Subtasks are stored in the notes field and visible in the native Reminders app. Use this to create checklist items for a reminder.

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).

Mcp Server Apple Reminders Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "fradser-mcp-server-apple-reminders": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-server-apple-events"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Umbriel Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Mcp Server Apple Reminders is categorized under Browser Automation and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Umbriel belongs to Browser Automation using local stdio subprocess. Select Mcp Server Apple Reminders when you need capabilities focused on browser automation and Umbriel when you require tools for browser automation.

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