# Comparison

| Capability | KiCad MCP Pro | Generic KiCad scripts | Raw `kicad-cli` |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCP tools/resources/prompts | Yes | No | No |
| Project quality gates | Yes | Rare | No |
| KiCad Studio local bridge | Yes | No | No |
| Variant-aware workflows | Yes | Rare | No |
| Streamable HTTP transport | Yes | Rare | No |
| DRC/DFM/manufacturing bundle | Yes | Partial | Partial |

KiCad MCP Pro is designed for agentic workflows where the server needs project context, safe path handling, structured validation, and release-gated manufacturing output.
