How do I use MCP with Postgres?

Pick an MCP server for Postgres 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 Postgres?

The most-starred option today is Postgres MCP Server by Anthropic. Read-only SQL access with schema introspection. 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 Postgres MCP servers?

Most Postgres 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 Postgres MCP servers free?

2 of 4 Postgres MCP servers are open-source or free to use. 2 more are paid or freemium. Pricing appears on every listing card.

Can I use Postgres 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 Postgres

Query, migrate, inspect schemas safely. Loadout compares 4 agents that integrate with Postgres. The most popular picks are Postgres MCP Server, Supabase MCP, Neon MCP. Every listing includes the exact install command, so you can wire Postgres into Claude Desktop, Cursor or Windsurf in minutes.

Postgres agents (4)

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Databasesmcp

Postgres MCP Server

Read-only SQL access with schema introspection

by Anthropic★ 9,200

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Databasesmcp

Supabase MCP

Postgres + Auth + Storage in one agent

by Supabase★ 4,800

Databasesmcp

Neon MCP

Serverless Postgres branching for agents

by Neon★ 2,900

Databasesmcp

CockroachDB MCP

Distributed SQL that speaks Postgres

by Cockroach Labs★ 720

How to set up an MCP server for Postgres

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

Pick a Postgres 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).
3
Install the Postgres server
Paste the install command from the chosen agent into your config. Example below uses Postgres MCP Server.
```
npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-postgres
```
Restart and use Postgres
Fully quit and relaunch your MCP host. The new Postgres tools appear in the tools panel ready to call from any conversation.

FAQ — MCP servers for Postgres

How do I use MCP with Postgres?
Pick an MCP server for Postgres 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 Postgres?
The most-starred option today is Postgres MCP Server by Anthropic. Read-only SQL access with schema introspection. 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 Postgres MCP servers?
Most Postgres 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 Postgres MCP servers free?
2 of 4 Postgres MCP servers are open-source or free to use. 2 more are paid or freemium. Pricing appears on every listing card.
Can I use Postgres 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.