What is the key difference between Mysql MCP Server Pro and SmartDB MCP?

Mysql MCP Server Pro belongs to the Databases category with local stdio execution, while SmartDB MCP belongs to the Databases category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Mysql MCP Server Pro or SmartDB 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 Mysql MCP Server Pro and SmartDB MCP free or paid?

Mysql MCP Server Pro operates under a Free / Open Source model (other). SmartDB MCP operates under a Free / Open Source model (API Key required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Mysql MCP Server Pro lists 10 tools with 4 views and 248 GitHub stars. SmartDB MCP lists 8 tools with 2 views and 80 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Mysql MCP Server Pro and SmartDB 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

Mysql MCP Server Pro vs SmartDB MCP

In-depth architectural comparison of the Mysql MCP Server Pro and SmartDB 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

Mysql MCP Server Pro

Databases · Local stdio

Quality: 59/100 (Good) | Auth: other

SmartDB MCP

Databases · Local stdio

Quality: 57/100 (Good) | Auth: API Key required

Verdict Summary: Choose Mysql MCP Server Pro if you need specialized Databases tools running via a local process. Choose SmartDB MCP if your workspace requires Databases integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Mysql MCP Server Pro when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Databases domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: other (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: MYSQL_HOST, MYSQL_PORT, MYSQL_USER, MYSQL_PASSWORD, MYSQL_DATABASE, MYSQL_ROLE.
Primary tools included: execute_sql, get_chinese_initials, get_db_health_running.

Explore Mysql MCP Server Pro Details

Choose SmartDB MCP when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Databases domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: DATABASE_CONFIG_FILE, CLIENT_ID, CLIENT_SECRET, ACCESS_TOKEN_EXPIRE_MINUTES, REFRESH_TOKEN_EXPIRE_DAYS, TOKEN_SECRET_KEY, OAUTH_USER_NAME, OAUTH_USER_PASSWORD.

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Mysql MCP Server Pro wenb1n-dev Databases	SmartDB MCP wenb1n-dev Databases
Summary	Supports SSE, STDIO; not only limited to MySQL's CRUD functionality; also includes database exception analysis capabilities; controls database permissions based on roles; and makes it easy for developers to extend tools with customization	A universal database MCP server supporting simultaneous connections to multiple databases. It provides tools for database operations, health analysis, SQL optimization, and more. Compatible with mainstream databases including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MariaDB, Dameng, and Oracle. Supports Streamable HTTP, SSE, and STDIO; integrates OAuth 2.0; and is designed for easy customization and extension by developers.

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Mysql MCP Server Pro Tools (10)

execute_sql

SQL execution tool that can execute ["SELECT", "SHOW", "DESCRIBE", "EXPLAIN", "INSERT", "UPDATE", "DELETE", "CREATE", "ALTER", "DROP", "TRUNCATE"] commands based on permission configuration

get_chinese_initials

Convert Chinese field names to pinyin initials

get_db_health_running

Analyze MySQL health status (connection status, transaction status, running status, lock status detection)

get_table_desc

Search for table structures in the database based on table names, supporting multi-table queries

get_table_index

Search for table indexes in the database based on table names, supporting multi-table queries

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).

Mysql MCP Server Pro Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "wenb1n-dev-mysql-mcp-server-pro": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mysql_mcp_server_pro",
        "mysql_mcp_server_pro",
        "stdio"
      ],
      "env": {
        "MYSQL_HOST": "YOUR_MYSQL_HOST_HERE",
        "MYSQL_PORT": "YOUR_MYSQL_PORT_HERE",
        "MYSQL_USER": "YOUR_MYSQL_USER_HERE",
        "MYSQL_PASSWORD": "YOUR_MYSQL_PASSWORD_HERE",
        "MYSQL_DATABASE": "YOUR_MYSQL_DATABASE_HERE",
        "MYSQL_ROLE": "YOUR_MYSQL_ROLE_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

SmartDB MCP Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "wenb1n-dev-smartdb-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "SmartDB-MCP"
      ],
      "env": {
        "DATABASE_CONFIG_FILE": "YOUR_DATABASE_CONFIG_FILE_HERE",
        "CLIENT_ID": "YOUR_CLIENT_ID_HERE",
        "CLIENT_SECRET": "YOUR_CLIENT_SECRET_HERE",
        "ACCESS_TOKEN_EXPIRE_MINUTES": "YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN_EXPIRE_MINUTES_HERE",
        "REFRESH_TOKEN_EXPIRE_DAYS": "YOUR_REFRESH_TOKEN_EXPIRE_DAYS_HERE",
        "TOKEN_SECRET_KEY": "YOUR_TOKEN_SECRET_KEY_HERE",
        "OAUTH_USER_NAME": "YOUR_OAUTH_USER_NAME_HERE",
        "OAUTH_USER_PASSWORD": "YOUR_OAUTH_USER_PASSWORD_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Mysql MCP Server Pro is categorized under Databases and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, SmartDB MCP belongs to Databases using local stdio subprocess. Select Mysql MCP Server Pro when you need capabilities focused on databases and SmartDB MCP when you require tools for databases.

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