What is the key difference between UpToCode and Mcpcap?

UpToCode belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while Mcpcap belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution.

How do I install UpToCode or Mcpcap 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 UpToCode and Mcpcap free or paid?

UpToCode operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Mcpcap operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

UpToCode lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. Mcpcap lists 0 tools with 0 views and 51 GitHub stars.

Can I use both UpToCode and Mcpcap 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 UpToCode or Mcpcap 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 UpToCode and Mcpcap free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both uptocode and mcpcap 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, UpToCode has a Quality Score of 33 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Mcpcap holds a Quality Score of 40 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 51 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

UpToCode vs Mcpcap

In-depth architectural comparison of the UpToCode and Mcpcap 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

UpToCode

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 33/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Mcpcap

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 40/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose UpToCode if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Mcpcap 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 UpToCode 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).

Explore UpToCode Details

Choose Mcpcap 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).

Explore Mcpcap Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	U UpToCode Developer Tools	Mcpcap Developer Tools
Summary	Evidence-backed architecture-quality analysis for Python agent applications.	Network analysis for the AI age
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

UpToCode Tools (0)

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

Mcpcap 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).

UpToCode Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "uptocode": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "uptocode"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Mcpcap Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcpcap": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mcpcap"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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