How do I use MCP with AWS?

Pick an MCP server for AWS from the list below, paste its install command into your Claude Desktop / Cursor config, and restart the client. The tools appear in the tools panel automatically.

What is the best MCP server for AWS?

The most-starred option today is AWS MCP Server by AWS Labs. S3, Lambda, CloudWatch from your agent. That said, "best" depends on your setup — compare pricing, runtime and whether the author is the official vendor before choosing.

Do I need an API key for AWS MCP servers?

Most AWS MCP servers need an API key or OAuth credential from the target service. Loadout listings surface this in the "Install" section — look for env-var placeholders like TOKEN or API_KEY.

Are AWS MCP servers free?

1 of 1 AWS MCP server is open-source or free to use. 0 more are paid or freemium. Pricing appears on every listing card.

Can I use AWS MCP servers with Cursor and Windsurf?

Yes — MCP is the same protocol across Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf and other MCP-compatible hosts. The exact config file path differs per client, but the install command is identical.

Best MCP servers for AWS

S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch queries. Loadout compares 1 agent that integrate with AWS. The most popular picks are AWS MCP Server. Every listing includes the exact install command, so you can wire AWS into Claude Desktop, Cursor or Windsurf in minutes.

AWS agents (1)

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DevOps & Inframcp

AWS MCP Server

S3, Lambda, CloudWatch from your agent

by AWS Labs★ 5,900

How to set up an MCP server for AWS

Connect AWS to Claude Desktop, Cursor or Windsurf in four steps.

Pick a AWS MCP server
Scan the list below and pick the agent whose integration, pricing and author best match your setup. Verified servers are the safest starting point.
Open your MCP client configuration
In Claude Desktop, Cursor or any MCP-compatible host, open the MCP config JSON (Settings → Developer → Edit config in Claude Desktop).
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Install the AWS server
Paste the install command from the chosen agent into your config. Example below uses AWS MCP Server.
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Copy the install command from the chosen agent’s page.
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Restart and use AWS
Fully quit and relaunch your MCP host. The new AWS tools appear in the tools panel ready to call from any conversation.

FAQ — MCP servers for AWS

How do I use MCP with AWS?
Pick an MCP server for AWS from the list below, paste its install command into your Claude Desktop / Cursor config, and restart the client. The tools appear in the tools panel automatically.
What is the best MCP server for AWS?
The most-starred option today is AWS MCP Server by AWS Labs. S3, Lambda, CloudWatch from your agent. That said, "best" depends on your setup — compare pricing, runtime and whether the author is the official vendor before choosing.
Do I need an API key for AWS MCP servers?
Most AWS MCP servers need an API key or OAuth credential from the target service. Loadout listings surface this in the "Install" section — look for env-var placeholders like TOKEN or API_KEY.
Are AWS MCP servers free?
1 of 1 AWS MCP server is open-source or free to use. 0 more are paid or freemium. Pricing appears on every listing card.
Can I use AWS MCP servers with Cursor and Windsurf?
Yes — MCP is the same protocol across Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf and other MCP-compatible hosts. The exact config file path differs per client, but the install command is identical.