Excel MCP Server
Agent Skills · Free + paid
Manipulate Excel files without Microsoft Excel installed
At a glance
- API
- Yes
- Available on
- Windows, Mac, Linux
- Open source
- MIT
- GitHub
- 4,237 stars · MIT
What is Excel MCP Server?
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that lets AI clients work with Excel files, including charts, pivot tables, formulas, and tables. Because it is based on openpyxl, it does not require Microsoft Excel and runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux. A built-in engine calculates about 260 functions, so it returns values even for files that have never been opened in Excel. Large files are read page by page through streaming. Safety features include folder restrictions and a read-only mode.
- Create charts, including Excel 2016 chart types
- Real pivot tables that Excel refreshes
- Built-in formula engine (about 260 functions)
- Streaming reads of large files
- VBA reading (writing is opt-in, macros are not executed)
- Safety-focused design, including folder restrictions and a read-only mode
Pricing
What you get for free — Yes (open source, MIT)
Checked on the official pages on 2026-10-14. Prices and features can change, so check the official site again before paying. · Official pricing page
AI tools similar to Excel MCP Server (alternatives)
Excel MCP Server vs. alternatives at a glance
| AI | Pricing | Combos on the map | Connected tools | Free | Cheapest monthly | Korean |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excel MCP Server | Free + paid | 0 | 2 | Yes | — | — |
| Obsidian Skills | Free + paid | 0 | 2 | — | — | — |
1 of these 2 tools have a free plan.
Combo and connection counts are based on the relationships recorded on AI Galaxy Map (2026-10-26); they are not a quality ranking.
Excel MCP Server on AI Galaxy Map
- One of 23 AI tools in the Agent Skills field.
- Connected to 2 other tools — #18 in its field.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Excel MCP Server for free?
Yes (open source, MIT). Prices can change, so check the official site before paying.
What AI can I use instead of Excel MCP Server?
Tools that do the same job, such as Obsidian Skills, NotebookLM Integration, are connected to it on the map.
Sources (official pages)
Checked on the official pages on 2026-10-14. Prices and features can change, so check the official site again before paying.