Comparison with Alternatives
See how Universal Crypto MCP compares to other blockchain AI tools.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Universal Crypto MCP | Web3 MCP | Blockchain Assistant | Manual (Etherscan + DEX) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chains Supported | 15+ | 5 | 3 | 1 at a time |
| Total Tools | 330+ | ~50 | ~30 | N/A |
| DeFi Operations | ✅ Full | ✅ Limited | ❌ | Manual |
| Security Scanning | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | Manual |
| Cross-Chain Bridges | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | Manual |
| Market Data | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | Manual |
| Technical Indicators | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | External |
| Transaction Execution | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Open Source | ✅ Apache 2.0 | ✅ | ❌ | N/A |
| Claude Support | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | N/A |
| ChatGPT Support | ✅ HTTP mode | ❌ | ❌ | N/A |
| Cursor Support | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | N/A |
Why Universal Crypto MCP?
1. Comprehensive Coverage
Most blockchain MCP servers focus on a single chain or limited functionality. Universal Crypto MCP provides:
- 15+ EVM chains with consistent API
- Multi-chain protocols (Aave, Uniswap, etc.)
- Non-EVM chains (Solana, TON, XRP)
- Full DeFi stack (swaps, lending, staking, bridges)
2. Production-Ready
Built for real-world use, not just demos:
- Safety features for transaction execution
- Error handling and retry logic
- Rate limiting built-in
- Tested with comprehensive test suite
3. Modular Architecture
Use only what you need:
// Import just the EVM module
import { evmModule } from '@nirholas/universal-crypto-mcp/evm';
// Or the full server
import { createServer } from '@nirholas/universal-crypto-mcp';
4. Active Development
- Regular updates and new features
- Responsive to community feedback
- Clear roadmap
- Apache 2.0 license (business-friendly)
Use Case Fit
| Use Case | Best Tool |
|---|---|
| Multi-chain portfolio tracking | Universal Crypto MCP ✅ |
| Single-chain development | Web3 MCP |
| Simple price checks | Any |
| DeFi operations | Universal Crypto MCP ✅ |
| Security analysis | Universal Crypto MCP ✅ |
| NFT focus | Specialized NFT MCP |
| Enterprise/compliance | Custom solution |
Migration Guide
From Web3 MCP
Most Web3 MCP tools have equivalents:
Web3 MCP → Universal Crypto MCP
-------------------------------------------------
get_balance → evm_getBalance
get_token_balance → evm_getTokenBalance
send_transaction → evm_sendTransaction
call_contract → evm_contractCall
From Manual Workflow
Replace your manual steps:
| Manual Step | Universal Crypto MCP |
|---|---|
| Open Etherscan, find address | "Check balance for 0x..." |
| Go to Uniswap, connect wallet | "Swap quote for 1 ETH to USDC" |
| Open Aave dashboard | "My Aave position health factor" |
| Check GoPlusLabs for token | "Security scan 0x..." |
| Open 5 bridges, compare | "Best route to bridge to Base" |
Performance
Typical response times:
| Operation | Universal Crypto MCP | Manual |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-chain balance check | ~3 seconds | ~5 minutes |
| Swap quote comparison | ~2 seconds | ~2 minutes |
| Security scan | ~5 seconds | ~10 minutes |
| Full portfolio analysis | ~10 seconds | ~30 minutes |
Cost
| Solution | Cost |
|---|---|
| Universal Crypto MCP | Free (open source) |
| RPC providers (Alchemy) | Free tier sufficient |
| API keys (optional) | Free tiers available |
| Total | $0 for basic use |
Still Deciding?
Try it yourself - setup takes 5 minutes:
git clone https://github.com/nirholas/universal-crypto-mcp.git
cd universal-crypto-mcp
npm install && npm run build
No commitment. No signup. Just clone and go.