What is the key difference between Context7 and Shodh Memory?

Context7 belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution, while Shodh Memory belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Context7 or Shodh Memory 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 Context7 and Shodh Memory free or paid?

Context7 operates under a Freemium model (API Key required). Shodh Memory operates under a Free / Open Source model (API Key required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Context7 lists 5 tools with 3 views and 60,433 GitHub stars. Shodh Memory lists 6 tools with 1 views and 244 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Context7 and Shodh Memory 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 Context7 or Shodh Memory 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 Context7 and Shodh Memory free to use, or do they require API keys?

Context7 is listed under a Freemium model with API Key required . Shodh Memory operates under a Free / Open Source model with API Key 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 Context7 and Shodh Memory at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both upstash-context7 and varun29ankus-shodh-memory 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, Context7 has a Quality Score of 45 /100 ( Fair ) with 3 views, 0 installs, and 60,433 GitHub stars. Shodh Memory holds a Quality Score of 55 /100 ( Good ) with 1 views, 0 installs, and 244 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Context7 vs Shodh Memory

In-depth architectural comparison of the Context7 and Shodh Memory 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

Context7

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

Quality: 45/100 (Fair) | Auth: API Key required

Shodh Memory

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

Quality: 55/100 (Good) | Auth: API Key required

Verdict Summary: Choose Context7 if you need specialized Knowledge & Memory tools running via a local process. Choose Shodh Memory 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 Context7 when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Knowledge & Memory domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Freemium).
You have access to required keys: CONTEXT7_API_KEY.
Primary tools included: Version-specific documentation retrieval, Supports CLI commands and MCP server integration, Library ID resolution for precise doc fetching.

Explore Context7 Details

Choose Shodh Memory when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Knowledge & Memory domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: SHODH_API_KEY, SHODH_CONFIG_PATH, SHODH_DATA_DIR.
Primary tools included: .

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Context7 upstash Knowledge & Memory	Shodh Memory varun29ankuS Knowledge & Memory
Summary	Up-to-date code documentation for LLMs and AI code editors.	Cognitive memory for AI agents with Hebbian learning, 3-tier architecture, and knowledge graphs. Single 15MB binary, runs offline on edge devices.
Category & Scope	Knowledge & Memory

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Context7 Tools (5)

Version-specific documentation retrieval

Supports CLI commands and MCP server integration

Library ID resolution for precise doc fetching

OAuth authentication with optional API key for rate limits

Multi-language documentation support

Shodh Memory Tools (6)

Zero LLM calls for storing or recalling memories

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).

Context7 Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "upstash-context7": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "upstash-context7"
      ],
      "env": {
        "CONTEXT7_API_KEY": "YOUR_CONTEXT7_API_KEY_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Shodh Memory Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "varun29ankus-shodh-memory": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@shodh/memory-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "SHODH_API_KEY": "YOUR_SHODH_API_KEY_HERE",
        "SHODH_CONFIG_PATH": "YOUR_SHODH_CONFIG_PATH_HERE",
        "SHODH_DATA_DIR": "YOUR_SHODH_DATA_DIR_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Context7 is categorized under Knowledge & Memory and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Shodh Memory belongs to Knowledge & Memory using local stdio subprocess. Select Context7 when you need capabilities focused on knowledge & memory and Shodh Memory when you require tools for knowledge & memory.

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