What is the key difference between Plugwise MCP and Homeassistant MCP?

Plugwise MCP belongs to the Other Tools and Integrations category with local stdio execution, while Homeassistant MCP belongs to the Other Tools and Integrations category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Plugwise MCP or Homeassistant 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 Plugwise MCP and Homeassistant MCP free or paid?

Plugwise MCP operates under a Free / Open Source model (other). Homeassistant MCP operates under a Free / Open Source model (API Key required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Plugwise MCP lists 6 tools with 2 views and 2 GitHub stars. Homeassistant MCP lists 6 tools with 4 views and 576 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Plugwise MCP and Homeassistant 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.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Plugwise MCP vs Homeassistant MCP

In-depth architectural comparison of the Plugwise MCP and Homeassistant 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

Plugwise MCP

Other Tools and Integrations · Local stdio

Quality: 48/100 (Fair) | Auth: other

Homeassistant MCP

Other Tools and Integrations · Local stdio

Quality: 40/100 (Fair) | Auth: API Key required

Verdict Summary: Choose Plugwise MCP if you need specialized Other Tools and Integrations tools running via a local process. Choose Homeassistant MCP if your workspace requires Other Tools and Integrations integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Plugwise MCP when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Other Tools and Integrations domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: other (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: HUB1, HUB1IP, HUB2, HUB2IP, PLUGWISE_HOST, PLUGWISE_PASSWORD, OPENAI_API_KEY, PLUGWISE_AGENT_MODEL.
Primary tools included: Automatic Plugwise hub discovery, Thermostat, switch, and smart plug control, Temperature, preset, and schedule management.

Explore Plugwise MCP Details

Choose Homeassistant MCP when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Other Tools and Integrations domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: .

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Plugwise MCP Tommertom Other Tools and Integrations	Homeassistant MCP tevonsb Other Tools and Integrations
Summary	TypeScript-based smart home automation server for Plugwise devices with automatic network discovery. Features comprehensive device control for thermostats, switches, smart plugs, energy monitoring, multi-hub management, and real-time climate/power consumption tracking via local network integration.	Access Home Assistant data and control devices (lights, switches, thermostats, etc).
Category & Scope

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Plugwise MCP Tools (6)

Automatic Plugwise hub discovery

Thermostat, switch, and smart plug control

Temperature, preset, and schedule management

Power consumption and sensor readings

Multi-hub support

Real-time device state updates

Homeassistant MCP Tools (6)

Home Assistant device control

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).

Plugwise MCP Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tommertom-plugwise-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "plugwise-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "HUB1": "YOUR_HUB1_HERE",
        "HUB1IP": "YOUR_HUB1IP_HERE",
        "HUB2": "YOUR_HUB2_HERE",
        "HUB2IP": "YOUR_HUB2IP_HERE",
        "PLUGWISE_HOST": "YOUR_PLUGWISE_HOST_HERE",
        "PLUGWISE_PASSWORD": "YOUR_PLUGWISE_PASSWORD_HERE",
        "OPENAI_API_KEY": "YOUR_OPENAI_API_KEY_HERE",
        "PLUGWISE_AGENT_MODEL": "YOUR_PLUGWISE_AGENT_MODEL_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Homeassistant MCP Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tevonsb-homeassistant-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "tevonsb-homeassistant-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "HASS_HOST": "YOUR_HASS_HOST_HERE",
        "HASS_TOKEN": "YOUR_HASS_TOKEN_HERE",
        "HASS_SOCKET_URL": "YOUR_HASS_SOCKET_URL_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Plugwise MCP is categorized under Other Tools and Integrations and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Homeassistant MCP belongs to Other Tools and Integrations using local stdio subprocess. Select Plugwise MCP when you need capabilities focused on other tools and integrations and Homeassistant MCP when you require tools for other tools and integrations.

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