What is the key difference between Smartrent Mcp and Echo Mcp?

Smartrent Mcp belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while Echo Mcp belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Smartrent Mcp or Echo 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 Smartrent Mcp and Echo Mcp free or paid?

Smartrent Mcp operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Echo Mcp operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Smartrent Mcp lists 5 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Echo Mcp lists 5 tools with 3 views and 10 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Smartrent Mcp and Echo 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 Smartrent Mcp or Echo 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 Smartrent Mcp and Echo Mcp free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both smartrent-mcp and brunokrugel-echo-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, Smartrent Mcp has a Quality Score of 48 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Echo Mcp holds a Quality Score of 49 /100 ( Fair ) with 3 views, 0 installs, and 10 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Smartrent Mcp vs Echo Mcp

In-depth architectural comparison of the Smartrent Mcp and Echo 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

Smartrent Mcp

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 48/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Echo Mcp

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 49/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Smartrent Mcp if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Echo Mcp if your workspace requires Developer Tools integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Smartrent Mcp when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: ping, get_device_status, switch_control.

Explore Smartrent Mcp Details

Choose Echo Mcp when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: Zero configuration for existing Echo APIs, Supports Swaggo, raw OpenAPI, and manual schemas, Endpoint inclusion and exclusion filtering.

Explore Echo Mcp Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	S Smartrent Mcp Developer Tools	Echo Mcp BrunoKrugel Developer Tools
Summary	Control SmartRent smart home devices (locks, thermostat, switches, sensors) via Claude	A zero-configuration Go library to automatically expose any existing Echo web framework APIs as MCP tools.
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Smartrent Mcp Tools (5)

ping

Test that the server is alive

get_device_status

Read the status of all devices — locks, thermostat, switches, sensors

switch_control

Turn a light switch on or off

lock_door

Lock or unlock the front door

set_temperature

Set thermostat temperature, mode, and unit

Echo Mcp Tools (5)

Zero configuration for existing Echo APIs

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).

Smartrent Mcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "smartrent-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "smartrent-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Echo Mcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "brunokrugel-echo-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/inspector"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Smartrent Mcp is categorized under Developer Tools and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Echo Mcp belongs to Developer Tools using local stdio subprocess. Select Smartrent Mcp when you need capabilities focused on developer tools and Echo Mcp when you require tools for developer tools.

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