What is the key difference between Kanera and MindMap?

Kanera belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with cloud HTTP/SSE execution, while MindMap belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Kanera or MindMap 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 Kanera and MindMap free or paid?

Kanera operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). MindMap operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Kanera lists 0 tools with 0 views and 6 GitHub stars. MindMap lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Kanera and MindMap 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 Kanera or MindMap 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 Kanera and MindMap free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both kanera and mindmap 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, Kanera has a Quality Score of 41 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 6 GitHub stars. MindMap holds a Quality Score of 28 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Kanera vs MindMap

In-depth architectural comparison of the Kanera and MindMap 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

Kanera

Knowledge & Memory · Remote HTTP/SSE

Quality: 41/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

MindMap

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

Quality: 28/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Kanera if you need specialized Knowledge & Memory tools running via a hosted cloud SSE transport. Choose MindMap 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 Kanera when:

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

Explore Kanera Details

Choose MindMap 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).

Explore MindMap Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Kanera Knowledge & Memory	M MindMap Knowledge & Memory
Summary	Manage Kanera workspaces, boards, cards, notes, comments, labels, custom fields, and activity.	Turn outlines and hierarchical notes into interactive mind maps through a hosted remote MCP server.
Category & Scope	Knowledge & Memory	Knowledge & Memory
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Kanera Tools (0)

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

MindMap 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).

Kanera Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "kanera": {
      "url": "https://board.kanera.app/signup"
    }
  }
}

MindMap Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Kanera is categorized under Knowledge & Memory and uses a remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport. In contrast, MindMap belongs to Knowledge & Memory using local stdio subprocess. Select Kanera when you need capabilities focused on knowledge & memory and MindMap when you require tools for knowledge & memory.

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