KiCAD-MCP-Server

What it is good for

• Designing printed circuit boards by describing the layout in plain language
• Automating repetitive schematic edits in KiCad
• Searching parts and footprints for a circuit board design
• Running design checks on a circuit board project

At a glance

Who it is for

• Developers
• Vibe coders
• Automation and no-code builders

Setup

Guided command-line setup

Level 4 of 5. You copy and paste commands into a terminal by following the instructions. Comfortable territory for vibe coders.

Cost

Free and open source

Type

MCP server or connector

Tasks

• Connect apps and automate repetitive work
• Write, fix, and review code

Works with

KiCad, Claude Desktop, Freerouting, JLCPCB, LCSC

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GitHub stars

3,106

GitHub numbers as of Nov 2, 2026. Updated weekly.

Official links

Setup steps are on the official pages. We do not repeat them here, since they change.

• Source code on GitHub

Questions

Is KiCAD-MCP-Server free?

Yes. It is free and open source (MIT license).

Do I need to know how to code to use KiCAD-MCP-Server?

You do not need to write code, but setup means copying and pasting commands into a terminal by following its instructions.

What does KiCAD-MCP-Server work with?

According to its own documentation, it works with KiCad, Claude Desktop, Freerouting, JLCPCB, and LCSC.

What is KiCAD-MCP-Server good for?

Designing printed circuit boards by describing the layout in plain language, automating repetitive schematic edits in KiCad, searching parts and footprints for a circuit board design, and running design checks on a circuit board project.

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