What is the key difference between Mcp Server Gemini Bridge and Ncp?

Mcp Server Gemini Bridge belongs to the Aggregators category with local stdio execution, while Ncp belongs to the Aggregators category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Mcp Server Gemini Bridge or Ncp 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 Gemini Bridge and Ncp free or paid?

Mcp Server Gemini Bridge operates under a BYOK (Pay Provider Direct) model (API Key required). Ncp operates under a Free / Open Source model (API Key required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Mcp Server Gemini Bridge lists 4 tools with 3 views and 5 GitHub stars. Ncp lists 6 tools with 2 views and 97 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Mcp Server Gemini Bridge and Ncp 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 Gemini Bridge or Ncp 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 Gemini Bridge and Ncp free to use, or do they require API keys?

Mcp Server Gemini Bridge is listed under a BYOK (Pay Provider Direct) model with API Key required . Ncp operates under a Free / Open Source model with API Key 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 Gemini Bridge and Ncp at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both jaspertvdm-mcp-server-gemini-bridge and portel-dev-ncp 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 Gemini Bridge has a Quality Score of 33 /100 ( Emerging ) with 3 views, 0 installs, and 5 GitHub stars. Ncp holds a Quality Score of 49 /100 ( Fair ) with 2 views, 0 installs, and 97 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Mcp Server Gemini Bridge vs Ncp

In-depth architectural comparison of the Mcp Server Gemini Bridge and Ncp 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 Gemini Bridge

Aggregators · Local stdio

Quality: 33/100 (Emerging) | Auth: API Key required

Ncp

Aggregators · Local stdio

Quality: 49/100 (Fair) | Auth: API Key required

Verdict Summary: Choose Mcp Server Gemini Bridge if you need specialized Aggregators tools running via a local process. Choose Ncp if your workspace requires Aggregators 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 Gemini Bridge when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Aggregators domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (BYOK (Pay Provider Direct)).
You have access to required keys: GOOGLE_API_KEY.
Primary tools included: Bridges MCP protocol to Google Gemini API, Supports Gemini Pro and other Gemini models, Streaming response capability.

Explore Mcp Server Gemini Bridge Details

Choose Ncp when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Aggregators domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: NCP_API_KEY, NCP_PROJECT_CONFIG.
Primary tools included: .

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Mcp Server Gemini Bridge jaspertvdm Aggregators	Ncp portel-dev Aggregators
Summary	Bridge to Google Gemini API. Access Gemini Pro and Flash models through MCP.	NCP orchestrates your entire MCP ecosystem through intelligent discovery, eliminating token overhead while maintaining 98.2% accuracy.
Category & Scope	Aggregators

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Mcp Server Gemini Bridge Tools (4)

Bridges MCP protocol to Google Gemini API

Supports Gemini Pro and other Gemini models

Streaming response capability

Simple environment variable configuration

Ncp Tools (6)

Single interface for 50+ MCP tools and skills

Code mode execution with TypeScript

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 Gemini Bridge Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "jaspertvdm-mcp-server-gemini-bridge": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "jaspertvdm-mcp-server-gemini-bridge"
      ],
      "env": {
        "GOOGLE_API_KEY": "YOUR_GOOGLE_API_KEY_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Ncp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "portel-dev-ncp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "portel-dev-ncp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "NCP_API_KEY": "YOUR_NCP_API_KEY_HERE",
        "NCP_PROJECT_CONFIG": "YOUR_NCP_PROJECT_CONFIG_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Mcp Server Gemini Bridge is categorized under Aggregators and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Ncp belongs to Aggregators using local stdio subprocess. Select Mcp Server Gemini Bridge when you need capabilities focused on aggregators and Ncp when you require tools for aggregators.

More alternatives to Mcp Server Gemini Bridge More alternatives to Ncp Aggregators category hub