What is the key difference between Xero and Hootsuite?

Xero belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution, while Hootsuite belongs to the Developer Tools category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Xero or Hootsuite 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 Xero and Hootsuite free or paid?

Xero operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Hootsuite operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Xero lists 0 tools with 1 views and 0 GitHub stars. Hootsuite lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Xero and Hootsuite 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 Xero or Hootsuite 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 Xero and Hootsuite free to use, or do they require API keys?

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

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both xero and hootsuite 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, Xero has a Quality Score of 24 /100 ( Emerging ) with 1 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. Hootsuite holds a Quality Score of 24 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Xero vs Hootsuite

In-depth architectural comparison of the Xero and Hootsuite 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

Xero

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 24/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Hootsuite

Developer Tools · Local stdio

Quality: 24/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Xero if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Hootsuite 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 Xero 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 Xero Details

Choose Hootsuite 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 Hootsuite Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	X Xero Developer Tools	H Hootsuite Developer Tools
Summary	MCP server for Xero API integration	MCP server for Hootsuite API integration
Category & Scope	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Xero Tools (0)

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

Hootsuite 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).

Xero Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "xero": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "xero"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Hootsuite Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hootsuite": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "hootsuite"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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