Skills vs MCP

Skills vs MCP

A simple guide to choose between skills and MCP.

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Comparison

Skills

  • Purpose: define behavior and workflows
  • Format: SKILL.md + resources
  • Best for: reusable templates and structured outputs

MCP

  • Purpose: connect external tools and services
  • Format: protocol + server interface
  • Best for: tool calling and system integrations

FAQ

  • Skills vs MCP: what is the core difference?

    Skills define how work is done; MCP connects to tools and services.

  • When should I use skills?

    Use skills for repeatable workflows and consistent outputs.

  • When should I use MCP?

    Use MCP when you need external tools or real-time data.

Start with skills

If you need repeatable workflows, start with skills.

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