Comparison . vs Smithery

Loup vs Smithery.

Smithery is a directory. We're a marketplace with monetization.

The short version

Free directory + revenue rail

Monetization
Stripe + Polar + 2-tier affiliate
Buyer reach
Non-tech (hosted) + tech (npx)
Identity
Email magic-link, GitHub optional

Side by side

Every dimension. Honest text.

Dimension	Loup	Smithery
Monetization	Built-in: Stripe + Polar + affiliate ledger	None, free listings only
Identity	Email magic-link primary, GitHub optional	GitHub only
Hosted runtime	Yes, sandboxed e2b micro-VM	Local install only
Reach	Non-tech buyers (hosted) + tech buyers (npx CLI)	Tech buyers only
Community wrapper	Paid communities + Path/curriculum + gamification	.

When to switch

The honest cut.

Smithery is excellent for distributing free MCP servers to developers. We're built for creators who want to sell to non-technical buyers and run a paid community around their skill. If your skill is hosted on Smithery and you'd like a revenue rail attached, list it here too, it's not exclusive.

FAQ

What people ask us when they switch.

Can I list the same skill on Smithery and here?

Yes. We don't require exclusivity. Public-repo packs can stay listed everywhere.

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