What is the key difference between Roost and Scraper API?

Roost belongs to the Developer Tools category with cloud HTTP/SSE execution, while Scraper API belongs to the Developer Tools category with cloud HTTP/SSE execution.

How do I install Roost or Scraper API 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 Roost and Scraper API free or paid?

Roost operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Scraper API operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Roost lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Scraper API lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Roost and Scraper API 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 Roost or Scraper API 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 Roost and Scraper API free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both roost and scraper-api 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, Roost has a Quality Score of 44 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Scraper API holds a Quality Score of 42 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Roost vs Scraper API

In-depth architectural comparison of the Roost and Scraper API 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

Roost

Developer Tools · Remote HTTP/SSE

Quality: 44/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Scraper API

Developer Tools · Remote HTTP/SSE

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

Verdict Summary: Choose Roost if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a hosted cloud SSE transport. Choose Scraper API 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 Roost 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 Roost Details

Choose Scraper API 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 Scraper API Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	R Roost Developer Tools	S Scraper API Developer Tools
Summary	One MCP tool that turns an agent's report or doc into a clean public shareable web page. No signup.	One API for public web data across social, directories and real estate, as clean JSON.
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Roost Tools (0)

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

Scraper API 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).

Roost Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "roost": {
      "url": "https://roost.perch-app.workers.dev"
    }
  }
}

Scraper API Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "scraper-api": {
      "url": "https://scraper-api.com"
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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