What is the key difference between Zotero Library Mcp and MCP for Zotero?

Zotero Library Mcp belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with local stdio execution, while MCP for Zotero belongs to the Knowledge & Memory category with cloud HTTP/SSE execution.

How do I install Zotero Library Mcp or MCP for Zotero 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 Zotero Library Mcp and MCP for Zotero free or paid?

Zotero Library Mcp operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). MCP for Zotero operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Zotero Library Mcp lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars. MCP for Zotero lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Zotero Library Mcp and MCP for Zotero 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 Zotero Library Mcp or MCP for Zotero 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 Zotero Library Mcp and MCP for Zotero free to use, or do they require API keys?

Zotero Library Mcp is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . MCP for Zotero 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 Zotero Library Mcp and MCP for Zotero at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both zotero-library-mcp and mcp-for-zotero 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, Zotero Library Mcp has a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars. MCP for Zotero holds a Quality Score of 42 /100 ( Fair ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Zotero Library Mcp vs MCP for Zotero

In-depth architectural comparison of the Zotero Library Mcp and MCP for Zotero 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

Zotero Library Mcp

Knowledge & Memory · Local stdio

Quality: 27/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

MCP for Zotero

Knowledge & Memory · Remote HTTP/SSE

Quality: 42/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Zotero Library Mcp if you need specialized Knowledge & Memory tools running via a local process. Choose MCP for Zotero if your workspace requires Knowledge & Memory integration with remote web transport. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Zotero Library Mcp when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Knowledge & Memory domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore Zotero Library Mcp Details

Choose MCP for Zotero when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Knowledge & Memory domain.
You prefer remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore MCP for Zotero Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Z Zotero Library Mcp Knowledge & Memory	M MCP for Zotero Knowledge & Memory
Summary	Add papers and books to Zotero by DOI, arXiv ID, or ISBN and manage your library	Connect your Zotero reference library to AI assistants via Model Context Protocol.
Category & Scope	Knowledge & Memory	Knowledge & Memory
Quality signal

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Zotero Library Mcp Tools (0)

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

MCP for Zotero 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).

Zotero Library Mcp Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "zotero-library-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "zotero-library-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

MCP for Zotero Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-for-zotero": {
      "url": "https://mcpforzotero.alejandroarnaud.dev"
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Zotero Library Mcp is categorized under Knowledge & Memory and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, MCP for Zotero belongs to Knowledge & Memory using remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport. Select Zotero Library Mcp when you need capabilities focused on knowledge & memory and MCP for Zotero when you require tools for knowledge & memory.

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