vs
Webrix vs. Lunar MCPX: Enterprise Platform vs. OSS Control Plane
MCPX is an open-source control plane with YAML config and Prometheus metrics. Webrix is an AI governance platform with shadow AI detection, unified build & runtime guards, infrastructure-as-code via GitHub, and a plugin marketplace—proven at 5,000+ employees.
Last updated: April 2026
Webrix Admin Console
AI governance platform. Shadow AI detection, unified guards, plugin marketplace, infrastructure-as-code, and 5,000+ employee deployments.
Lunar MCPX Control Plane
Open-source MCP control plane. YAML-based configuration, Prometheus metrics, and 13 pre-built MCPs.
The Bottom Line
MCPX is open-source with YAML config and Prometheus observability for DevOps teams. Webrix provides shadow AI detection, unified build & runtime guards, infrastructure-as-code governance, and a plugin marketplace at enterprise scale.
Best for WebrixBest for MCPX
Key Differentiator
Webrix offers shadow AI detection, unified guards, and infrastructure-as-code governance. MCPX provides open-source infrastructure with YAML config.Feature Comparison
| Feature | Webrix Agent Access Platform | Lunar MCPX |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Access Control Layer—per-agent governance | MCP Pipe—infrastructure aggregation |
| Deployment | SaaS, on-prem, or air-gapped | Open-source / Enterprise on-prem |
| Configuration | Web admin UI + API | YAML-based (infrastructure-as-code) |
| Authentication | OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, SSO (Okta/Entra/JumpCloud) | API keys, OAuth options |
| Identity & Access | RBAC, SCIM, Groups, Auto-provisioning | ACL per tool/service, consumer tags |
| Machine Users | Service accounts for automation | Not supported |
| MCP Catalog | 100+ MCPs + API-to-MCP | 13 pre-built MCPs + customization |
| Employee Portal | Self-service + toolkit creation | Not available |
| Guardrails Granularity | Per-agent, per-MCP, per-team, per-user | Infrastructure-level policies |
| Observability | Splunk/Loki/Grafana integrations | Prometheus metrics native |
| Shadow AI Detection | Detects unmanaged MCPs, skills, and AI agents + browser extension | Not supported |
| Guards Layer | Unified build & runtime guards, easily extensible | Infrastructure-level policies |
| Infrastructure as Code | GitHub-based governance—manage MCPs, skills, plugins via git | YAML-based configuration |
| Plugin Marketplace | Skills, commands, MCPs, hooks—GitHub/GitLab 2-way sync | Not supported |
| CLI Access | Single CLI installs entire gateway in your IDE | Not supported |
| Compliance | SOC 2 certified | Self-managed compliance |
Who Each Solution Is Best For
Webrix is Best For:
Enterprises needing employee enablement and fine-grained governance. Ideal if you:Need shadow AI detection for MCPs, skills, and AI agents
Want unified build & runtime guards—easily extensible
Prefer infrastructure-as-code governance via GitHub
Need a plugin marketplace with GitHub/GitLab sync
Want a single CLI to install your gateway in any IDE
MCPX is Best For:
DevOps teams wanting open-source with infrastructure control. Ideal if you:Prefer open-source with no licensing costs
Are comfortable with YAML-based configuration
Have existing Prometheus infrastructure
Can build MCPs beyond the 13 pre-built
Can manage your own deployment and support
Deployment & Configuration
Web UI vs. YAML configuration approaches.
Webrix offers managed deployment:
SaaS or On-Prem: SOC 2 compliant infrastructure
Air-Gapped: Fully isolated environments
Web Admin UI: Visual configuration
Rapid Setup: Deployments in days
MCPX provides open-source infrastructure:
Open-Source Core: Free for personal use
YAML Config: Infrastructure-as-code approach
Self-Managed: You handle deployment and updates
DevOps-Centric: Requires technical expertise
Security & Governance
Enterprise identity vs. infrastructure-level controls.
Webrix delivers enterprise governance:
Shadow AI Detection: Discover unmanaged MCPs, skills, and AI agents org-wide
Browser Extension: Enforce governed AI usage wherever employees work
Unified Guards: Build & runtime policy enforcement, easily extensible
Audit Trails: SOC 2 compliance logs
MCPX provides foundational controls:
API Key Auth: Token-based access
ACL Per Tool: Access control lists
Consumer Tags: Tag-based management
Infrastructure Policies: General enforcement
Connectors & Extensibility
Pre-built catalog vs. DIY approach.
Webrix provides 100+ connectors:
Plugin Marketplace: Skills, commands, MCPs, hooks—all in one place
GitHub/GitLab Sync: 2-way sync for Claude, Codex, Cursor integration
API-to-MCP: Convert any REST API
CLI Access: Single CLI installs your entire gateway in any IDE
MCPX offers focused options:
13 Pre-built MCPs: Core connectors
Tool Customization: Extend and modify
Bring Your Own: Build additional MCPs
Lightweight Focus: Core aggregation
Employee Enablement
Self-service portal vs. developer infrastructure.
Webrix enables self-service:
Employee Portal: Browse MCPs, toolkits, prompts
Machine Users: Agent-to-agent automation
One-Click Connect: Cursor, Claude, VS Code
No IT Bottleneck: Self-service discovery
MCPX focuses on infrastructure:
No Employee UI: Technical infrastructure only
Developer-Centric: Config file management
API-First: Integration via APIs
IT Setup Required: DevOps intervention needed
Guardrails Granularity
Fine-grained vs. infrastructure-level governance.
Webrix offers fine-grained policies:
Unified Guards: Build & runtime enforcement in one layer
Per-Agent: Policies for Cursor, Claude, Codex, custom
Per-MCP: Access and limits per connector
Easily Extensible: Add custom guards out of the box
MCPX provides infrastructure controls:
General Policies: Infrastructure-level enforcement
ACL Per Tool: Access control lists
Consumer Tags: Tag-based management
DIY Granularity: Build custom as needed
FAQs
Open-source core is free for personal use. Enterprise requires on-prem deployment. Webrix is commercial with managed deployment.
Join IT leaders deploying AI at enterprise scale with security, compliance, and governance built in.
© 2026 Webrix All Rights Reserved•SOC2 Compliant
