What is the key difference between Markmap MCP Server and Shodh Memory?

Markmap MCP Server belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution, while Shodh Memory belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Markmap MCP Server or Shodh Memory 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 Markmap MCP Server and Shodh Memory free or paid?

Markmap MCP Server operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Shodh Memory operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Markmap MCP Server lists 4 tools with 3 views and 287 GitHub stars. Shodh Memory lists 38 tools with 4 views and 284 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Markmap MCP Server and Shodh Memory 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.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Markmap MCP Server vs Shodh Memory

In-depth architectural comparison of the Markmap MCP Server and Shodh Memory 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

Markmap MCP Server

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

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

Shodh Memory

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

Quality: 69/100 (Great) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Markmap MCP Server if you need specialized Knowledge & Memory tools running via a local process. Choose Shodh Memory if your workspace requires Knowledge & Memory integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Markmap MCP Server when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Knowledge & Memory domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: markdown_to_mindmap, list_mindmaps, get_mindmap.

Explore Markmap MCP Server Details

Choose Shodh Memory when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Knowledge & Memory domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: remember, recall, recall_by_tags.

Explore Shodh Memory Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Markmap MCP Server jinzcdev Knowledge & Memory	Shodh Memory varun29ankuS Knowledge & Memory
Summary	An MCP server built on markmap that converts Markdown to interactive mind maps. Supports multi-format exports (PNG/JPG/SVG), live browser preview, one-click Markdown copy, and dynamic visualization features.	Cognitive memory for AI agents with Hebbian learning, 3-tier architecture, and knowledge graphs. Single 15MB binary, runs offline on edge devices.
Category & Scope

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Markmap MCP Server Tools (4)

markdown_to_mindmap

Convert structured Markdown (headings # and nested lists -) into an interactive mind map HTML file, with optional server-side PNG/JPG/SVG export. Use when the user wants a visual mind map/outline of structured content (architecture, plans, notes, hierarchies), or asks to visualize / mindmap / diagram. Do not use for flat unstructured text (restructure first), or to list/read existing outputs (use list_mindmaps / get_mindmap). Behavior: - WRITES files under the configured output dir. HTML is always written; image formats write an extra file. Reusing filename overwrites. - html is fast (<1s). png/svg/jpg launch headless Chromium via Playwright (5–15s; requires: npm install playwright && npx playwright install chromium). - Local only — no external APIs or third-party keys. Open mode=never: The server never opens the browser. - Offline=false (server config). Response: - JSON {"htmlFilePath":"<path>","filePath":"<path>"} — htmlFilePath is always the HTML source; filePath is the primary artifact (HTML or image). - Return mode=path: Paths JSON only — no inline content. - Errors: isError:true with {"error","message"}.

list_mindmaps

List markmap* files (html/png/jpg/jpeg/svg) in the output directory, newest first. Read-only — no side effects. Missing/empty dirs return {"files":[]}. Returns: {"outputDir","files":[{"name","filePath","size","mtimeMs","mtime"}]} (mtime is ISO 8601). Use before get_mindmap to discover paths, or before cleanup_mindmaps to preview targets. Not for generating new mind maps (use markdown_to_mindmap).

get_mindmap

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).

Markmap MCP Server Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "jinzcdev-markmap-mcp-server": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@jinzcdev/markmap-mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Shodh Memory Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "varun29ankus-shodh-memory": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@shodh/memory-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Markmap MCP Server is categorized under Knowledge & Memory and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Shodh Memory belongs to Knowledge & Memory using local stdio subprocess. Select Markmap MCP Server when you need capabilities focused on knowledge & memory and Shodh Memory when you require tools for knowledge & memory.

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