Best MCP Servers to Use in 2026

The MCP ecosystem has exploded past 12,000 servers. Here are the most useful ones for developers, with direct config links for Claude Desktop and Cursor.

1. GitHub MCP Server

Browse repositories, manage issues and pull requests, review code, and push changes — all through natural language. Essential for any developer using AI coding tools.

GitHub MCP Config →

2. Stripe MCP Server

Process payments, manage customers, and handle subscriptions. Lets your AI agent interact with your Stripe account directly.

Stripe MCP Config →

3. PostgreSQL MCP Server

Query databases, examine schemas, and manage data. Your AI assistant becomes a database client with full SQL access.

PostgreSQL MCP Config →

4. Slack MCP Server

Send messages, list channels, and manage users. Integrate your AI agent with your team communication.

Slack MCP Config →

5. Figma MCP Server

Access design files, components, and styles. Bridges design and code by letting AI read your Figma files.

Figma MCP Config →

6. OpenAI MCP Server

Generate text, images, and embeddings through GPT and DALL-E. Adds AI capabilities to your AI assistant.

OpenAI MCP Config →