What is the key difference between Graphql and Sidecar?

Graphql belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while Sidecar belongs to the Developer Tools category with cloud HTTP/SSE execution.

How do I install Graphql or Sidecar 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 Graphql and Sidecar free or paid?

Graphql operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Sidecar operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Graphql lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Sidecar lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Graphql and Sidecar 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 Graphql or Sidecar 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 Graphql and Sidecar free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both graphql and sidecar 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, Graphql has a Quality Score of 40 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Sidecar holds a Quality Score of 42 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Graphql vs Sidecar

In-depth architectural comparison of the Graphql and Sidecar 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

Graphql

Developer Tools · Local stdio

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

Sidecar

Developer Tools · Remote HTTP/SSE

Quality: 42/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Graphql if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Sidecar if your workspace requires Developer Tools integration with remote web transport. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Graphql 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 Graphql Details

Choose Sidecar when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
You prefer remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore Sidecar Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	G Graphql Developer Tools	S Sidecar Developer Tools
Summary	Turn any GraphQL API into MCP tools. Zero config, zero code.	Cross-tool context for your data stack. Search, lineage, and impact across warehouse and BI tools.
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Graphql Tools (0)

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

Sidecar 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).

Graphql Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

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

Sidecar Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "sidecar": {
      "url": "https://sidecardata.com"
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Graphql is categorized under Developer Tools and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Sidecar belongs to Developer Tools using remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport. Select Graphql when you need capabilities focused on developer tools and Sidecar when you require tools for developer tools.

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