What is the key difference between Marrow and Vibsync?

Marrow belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution, while Vibsync belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Marrow or Vibsync 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 Marrow and Vibsync free or paid?

Marrow operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Vibsync operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Marrow lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Vibsync lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Marrow and Vibsync 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 Marrow or Vibsync 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 Marrow and Vibsync free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both marrow-2 and vibsync-3 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, Marrow has a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Vibsync holds a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Marrow vs Vibsync

In-depth architectural comparison of the Marrow and Vibsync 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

Marrow

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

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

Vibsync

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

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

Verdict Summary: Choose Marrow if you need specialized Knowledge & Memory tools running via a local process. Choose Vibsync 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 Marrow 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 Marrow Details

Choose Vibsync 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 Vibsync Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	M Marrow Knowledge & Memory	V Vibsync Knowledge & Memory
Summary	Shared memory for parallel AI coding agents. Local, free, with rooms and file claims.	One shared brain for your AI coding agents: team memory, agent Q&A, tasks, and file claims.
Category & Scope	Knowledge & Memory	Knowledge & Memory
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Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Marrow Tools (0)

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

Vibsync 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).

Marrow Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "marrow-2": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "marrow-2"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Vibsync Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "vibsync-3": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "vibsync-3"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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