Comparison
arcade-mcp vs mcp-notion-server
Verdict
Pick arcade-mcp if arcade-MCP is an MCP Server Framework and Tool Development Library specifically built for incorporating custom capabilities into AI agents using the Model Context Protocol; pick mcp-notion-server if the mcp-notion-server is a TypeScript-based application that serves as an MCP server to connect Notion with compatible clients, offering a specific integration route.
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | arcade-mcp | mcp-notion-server |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Very active (0d since push) As of 4w · github_public_v1 | Active (9d since push) As of 4w · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Organization account As of 4w · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Personal account As of 4w · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | No lockfile (source not queried) As of 1mo · osv@v1 | No lockfile (source not queried) As of 1mo · osv@v1 |
| deps.dev advisories | Not queried deps.dev@v1 | Not queried deps.dev@v1 |
| OpenSSF Scorecard | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 |
Tagline
- arcade-mcp
- MCP Server Framework and Tool Development Library for Custom Agent Capabilities
- mcp-notion-server
- A Model Context Protocol server for connecting Notion to MCP-compatible clients
Stars
- arcade-mcp
- 981
- mcp-notion-server
- 918
Forks
- arcade-mcp
- 101
- mcp-notion-server
- 180
Open issues
- arcade-mcp
- 16
- mcp-notion-server
- 7
Language
- arcade-mcp
- Python
- mcp-notion-server
- TypeScript
Adopt for
- arcade-mcp
- Arcade-MCP is an MCP Server Framework and Tool Development Library specifically built for incorporating custom capabilities into AI agents using the Model Context Protocol.
- mcp-notion-server
- The mcp-notion-server is a TypeScript-based application that serves as an MCP server to connect Notion with compatible clients, offering a specific integration route.
Persona
- arcade-mcp
- -
- mcp-notion-server
- -
Runtime
- arcade-mcp
- -
- mcp-notion-server
- -
License
- arcade-mcp
- MIT
- mcp-notion-server
- The MIT License applies to this tool, allowing free use and modification with attribution.
Last pushed
- arcade-mcp
- Jul 26, 2026
- mcp-notion-server
- Jul 17, 2026
Categories
- arcade-mcp
- AI Agents
- mcp-notion-server
- Developer Tools, Model Training
Trust and health
Maintenance
- arcade-mcp
- Very active (96%)
- mcp-notion-server
- Active (82%)
Days since push
- arcade-mcp
- 0d
- mcp-notion-server
- 9d
Open issues (now)
- arcade-mcp
- 16
- mcp-notion-server
- 7
Owner type
- arcade-mcp
- Organization
- mcp-notion-server
- User
Full report
- arcade-mcp
- Trust report
- mcp-notion-server
- Trust report
Choose arcade-mcp if…
- arcade-mcp is primarily Python; mcp-notion-server is TypeScript.
- Requirements: Min 4 GB RAM.
- Tags unique to arcade-mcp: ai, arcade-ai, mcp-framework, python.
- Also covers AI Agents.
- When you need to build detailed, custom interactions between your AI agent and a structured environment that requires specific context management capabilities through the MCP protocol.
When NOT to use arcade-mcp
- If your project does not involve interaction with an environment that relies on the Model Context Protocol for its core functionality, Arcade-MCP may offer unnecessary complexity.
- When working in environments where direct support and integration of tools are crucial, arcade-mcp might have less support compared to more mainstream AI agent frameworks.
Choose mcp-notion-server if…
- mcp-notion-server is primarily TypeScript; arcade-mcp is Python.
- Requirements: Requires understanding of MCP-compatible systems and integration with Notion API..
- Tags unique to mcp-notion-server: mcp, notion, notion-api, npm.
- Also covers Developer Tools, Model Training.
- mcp-notion-server ships an MCP server manifest.
- Use it for integrating Notion into workflows where Model Context Protocol (MCP) compatibility has been established on the client side.
When NOT to use mcp-notion-server
- Avoid this tool if your project does not involve integration with Notion, as it is specifically designed around connecting Notion through MCP.
- Do not use mcp-notion-server if you are working in a non-TypeScript environment or require support for languages other than TypeScript.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (ArcadeAI/arcade-mcp) · observed Jul 27, 2026
- GitHub forks (ArcadeAI/arcade-mcp) · observed Jul 27, 2026
- Last push (ArcadeAI/arcade-mcp) · observed Jul 26, 2026
- License file (MIT) · observed Jul 27, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 16, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- GitHub stars (suekou/mcp-notion-server) · observed Jul 27, 2026
- GitHub forks (suekou/mcp-notion-server) · observed Jul 27, 2026
- Last push (suekou/mcp-notion-server) · observed Jul 17, 2026
- License file (MIT) · observed Jul 27, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 17, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: arcade-mcp 981 · mcp-notion-server 918 (synced Jul 27, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between arcade-mcp and mcp-notion-server?
- arcade-mcp: MCP Server Framework and Tool Development Library for Custom Agent Capabilities. mcp-notion-server: A Model Context Protocol server for connecting Notion to MCP-compatible clients. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose arcade-mcp over mcp-notion-server?
- Choose arcade-mcp over mcp-notion-server when arcade-mcp is primarily Python; mcp-notion-server is TypeScript; Requirements: Min 4 GB RAM; Tags unique to arcade-mcp: ai, arcade-ai, mcp-framework, python; Also covers AI Agents; When you need to build detailed, custom interactions between your AI agent and a structured environment that requires specific context management capabilities through the MCP protocol.
- When should I choose mcp-notion-server over arcade-mcp?
- Choose mcp-notion-server over arcade-mcp when mcp-notion-server is primarily TypeScript; arcade-mcp is Python; Requirements: Requires understanding of MCP-compatible systems and integration with Notion API.; Tags unique to mcp-notion-server: mcp, notion, notion-api, npm; Also covers Developer Tools, Model Training; mcp-notion-server ships an MCP server manifest; Use it for integrating Notion into workflows where Model Context Protocol (MCP) compatibility has been established on the client side.
- When should I avoid arcade-mcp?
- If your project does not involve interaction with an environment that relies on the Model Context Protocol for its core functionality, Arcade-MCP may offer unnecessary complexity. When working in environments where direct support and integration of tools are crucial, arcade-mcp might have less support compared to more mainstream AI agent frameworks.
- When should I avoid mcp-notion-server?
- Avoid this tool if your project does not involve integration with Notion, as it is specifically designed around connecting Notion through MCP. Do not use mcp-notion-server if you are working in a non-TypeScript environment or require support for languages other than TypeScript.
- Is arcade-mcp or mcp-notion-server more popular on GitHub?
- arcade-mcp has more GitHub stars (981 vs 918). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are arcade-mcp and mcp-notion-server open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (arcade-mcp: MIT, mcp-notion-server: MIT).
- Where can I find alternatives to arcade-mcp or mcp-notion-server?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at arcade-mcp alternatives and mcp-notion-server alternatives (arcade-mcp markdown twin, mcp-notion-server markdown twin), ranked by typed relationship edges rather than popularity votes.
- Is there a machine-readable version of this comparison?
- Yes. The markdown twin at this comparison mirrors this page for agents and LLM crawlers, with the same stats table and FAQ answers.
- Which is better maintained, arcade-mcp or mcp-notion-server?
- arcade-mcp: Very active. mcp-notion-server: Active. Compare maintenance labels, days since push, and release cadence in the trust section below - stars alone do not measure maintenance.
- Where are the full trust reports for arcade-mcp and mcp-notion-server?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: arcade-mcp trust report; mcp-notion-server trust report.