What is the key difference between SHAFT MCP and Playwright Plus Python Mcp?

SHAFT MCP belongs to the Browser Automation category with local stdio execution, while Playwright Plus Python Mcp belongs to the Browser Automation category with local stdio execution.

How do I install SHAFT MCP or Playwright Plus Python Mcp 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 SHAFT MCP and Playwright Plus Python Mcp free or paid?

SHAFT MCP operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Playwright Plus Python Mcp operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

SHAFT MCP lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Playwright Plus Python Mcp lists 8 tools with 3 views and 189 GitHub stars.

Can I use both SHAFT MCP and Playwright Plus Python Mcp 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 SHAFT MCP or Playwright Plus Python Mcp 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 SHAFT MCP and Playwright Plus Python Mcp free to use, or do they require API keys?

SHAFT MCP is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . Playwright Plus Python Mcp 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 SHAFT MCP and Playwright Plus Python Mcp at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both shaft-mcp and blackwhite084-playwright-plus-python-mcp 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, SHAFT MCP has a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Playwright Plus Python Mcp holds a Quality Score of 60 /100 ( Good ) with 3 views, 0 installs, and 189 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

SHAFT MCP vs Playwright Plus Python Mcp

In-depth architectural comparison of the SHAFT MCP and Playwright Plus Python Mcp 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

SHAFT MCP

Browser Automation · Local stdio

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

Playwright Plus Python Mcp

Browser Automation · Local stdio

Quality: 60/100 (Good) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose SHAFT MCP if you need specialized Browser Automation tools running via a local process. Choose Playwright Plus Python Mcp if your workspace requires Browser Automation integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose SHAFT MCP when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Browser Automation domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore SHAFT MCP Details

Choose Playwright Plus Python Mcp when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Browser Automation domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: UV_PUBLISH_TOKEN, UV_PUBLISH_USERNAME, UV_PUBLISH_PASSWORD.
Primary tools included: playwright_navigate, playwright_screenshot, playwright_click.

Explore Playwright Plus Python Mcp Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	S SHAFT MCP Browser Automation	Playwright Plus Python Mcp blackwhite084 Browser Automation
Summary	Web automation and testing server using SHAFT Engine (Selenium-based)	An MCP python server using Playwright for browser automation,more suitable for llm
Category & Scope	Browser Automation	Browser Automation

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

SHAFT MCP Tools (0)

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

Playwright Plus Python Mcp Tools (8)

playwright_navigate

Navigates to a specified URL. This operation will automatically create a new session if there is no active session.

playwright_screenshot

Takes a screenshot of the current page or a specific element.

playwright_click

Clicks an element on the page using a CSS selector.

playwright_fill

Fills out an input field.

playwright_evaluate

Executes JavaScript code in the browser console.

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).

SHAFT MCP Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

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

Playwright Plus Python Mcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "blackwhite084-playwright-plus-python-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/inspector"
      ],
      "env": {
        "UV_PUBLISH_TOKEN": "YOUR_UV_PUBLISH_TOKEN_HERE",
        "UV_PUBLISH_USERNAME": "YOUR_UV_PUBLISH_USERNAME_HERE",
        "UV_PUBLISH_PASSWORD": "YOUR_UV_PUBLISH_PASSWORD_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

SHAFT MCP is categorized under Browser Automation and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Playwright Plus Python Mcp belongs to Browser Automation using local stdio subprocess. Select SHAFT MCP when you need capabilities focused on browser automation and Playwright Plus Python Mcp when you require tools for browser automation.

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