Which has more MCP servers?

Runlayer offers 18,000+ servers. Webrix has hundreds of curated MCPs but lets you convert any API to MCP and connect directly to services.

Can I use machine users for automation?

Webrix supports machine users for automated workflows and CI/CD. Runlayer does not currently support machine users.

Which is more production-proven?

Webrix has 5,000+ employee deployments. Runlayer is early-stage with notable customers like Gusto and Instacart.

Does Webrix detect shadow AI usage?

Yes. Webrix detects unmanaged MCPs, skills, and AI agents across your org—plus a browser extension that enforces governed AI usage. Runlayer does not offer shadow AI detection.

Runlayer

Webrix vs. Runlayer: Two Approaches to AI Agent Access

Runlayer routes MCP traffic with 18K+ servers. Webrix is an AI governance platform—shadow AI detection, unified build & runtime guards, infrastructure-as-code via GitHub, a plugin marketplace, and a single CLI for your IDE. Proven at 5,000+ employee orgs.

Last updated: April 2026

Webrix Admin Console

AI governance platform for AI agents. Shadow AI detection, unified guards, plugin marketplace, infrastructure-as-code, browser extension, and machine users.

Runlayer Control Plane

MCP gateway with 18,000+ servers. Routes and secures MCP traffic with threat detection and enterprise SSO. Backed by MCP spec co-creator.

The Bottom Line

Runlayer is an MCP gateway with 18K+ servers and MCP-specific security, backed by the MCP spec team. Webrix is an AI governance platform with shadow AI detection, unified build & runtime guards, infrastructure-as-code via GitHub, and a plugin marketplace—battle-tested at scale.

Best for Webrix

Enterprises needing AI governance beyond MCP routing—shadow AI detection, unified guards, infrastructure-as-code, and a plugin marketplace.

Best for Runlayer

Teams focused on MCP who want 18K+ servers with specialized MCP security and expert backing.

Key Differentiator

Webrix detects shadow AI, enforces unified guards, and manages governance as code via GitHub. Runlayer is MCP-focused with the largest server catalog.

Feature Comparison

Feature	Webrix Agent Access Platform	Runlayer
Architecture	Access Control Layer—governs across protocols	MCP Pipe—routes MCP traffic
Protocol Support	MCP + REST APIs + custom integrations	MCP-focused
Service Connection	Direct to services + MCP relay	MCP server relay
MCP Catalog	Hundreds of MCPs with customization	18,000+ MCP servers
API to MCP	Convert any API to governed MCP	Not supported
Deployment	Cloud, self-hosted, air-gapped on-prem	Cloud or self-hosted
Authentication	OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, JWT, SSO (Okta/Entra/JumpCloud)	OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, SSO (Okta/Entra)
Machine Users	Service accounts for automation	Not supported
Employee Portal	Self-service + toolkit creation	Not documented
IT Approval Workflows	CISO approval, sandboxed testing	Not supported
Shadow AI Detection	Detects unmanaged MCPs, skills, and AI agents + browser extension	Limited
Guards Layer	Unified build & runtime guards, easily extensible	MCP-specific threat detection
Infrastructure as Code	GitHub-based governance—manage MCPs, skills, plugins via git	Not documented
Plugin Marketplace	Skills, commands, MCPs, hooks—GitHub/GitLab 2-way sync	18,000+ MCP catalog
CLI Access	Single CLI installs entire gateway in your IDE	One-click installs
Observability	Splunk/Loki/Grafana integrations	Audit trails, dashboards
Compliance	SOC 2 certified	SOC 2 certified

Who Each Solution Is Best For

Webrix is Best For:

Organizations needing more than MCP routing—an access control plane with IT workflows. 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

Runlayer is Best For:

Teams focused on MCP with massive catalog needs and expert backing. Ideal if you:

Need access to 18,000+ MCP servers

Want MCP-specific threat detection

Prefer backing from MCP protocol creators

Value no-code MCP remixing

Want one-click installs across your team

Are comfortable with early-stage products

Architecture Philosophy

MCP pipe vs. access control plane—this shapes protocol support and how you connect to services.

Webrix provides an access control layer:

Shadow AI Detection: Discover unmanaged MCPs, skills, and AI agents

Unified Guards: Build & runtime policy enforcement, easily extensible

Browser Extension: Enforce governed AI usage wherever employees work

API to MCP: Convert any API into governed MCP instantly

Runlayer provides an MCP pipe:

MCP-Focused: Purpose-built for MCP traffic

Expert Backing: MCP spec co-creator as advisor

Massive Catalog: 18,000+ servers out of the box

Specialized Security: MCP-specific threat detection

Deployment & Customization

Both offer flexible deployment with different customization approaches.

Webrix offers deep customization:

Plugin Marketplace: Skills, commands, MCPs, hooks—all in one place

GitHub/GitLab Sync: 2-way sync for Claude, Codex, Cursor integration

Single CLI: Install your entire gateway in your favorite IDE

Infrastructure as Code: Manage governance via GitHub—PRs, reviews, approvals

Runlayer offers streamlined MCP deployment:

Cloud or Self-Hosted: VPC/on-prem options

One-Click Installs: Deploy without JSON configuration

No-Code Building: Remix tools into custom MCPs

Team Sharing: Easy org-wide MCP sharing

Security & Governance

Different specializations: enterprise IT governance vs. MCP-specific threat detection.

Webrix delivers enterprise governance:

Shadow AI Detection: Discover unmanaged tools across your org

Unified Guards: Build & runtime enforcement, easily extensible

IT Approval Workflows: CISO sign-off, security checks

SOC 2 Type II: Full audit trails for compliance

Runlayer delivers MCP-focused security:

Threat Detection: Custom MCP attack vector detectors

Dynamic Scans: Vulnerability scanning before approval

EKM/BYOK: Enterprise key management support

SOC 2 Type II: Enterprise-grade certification

Connectors & Integrations

Catalog size vs. ability to connect to your own services.

Webrix provides curated connectors + custom:

Curated MCPs: Hundreds with fine-grained customization

API to MCP: Convert any REST API to governed MCP

Direct Connections: Connect without MCP layer when needed

Version Control: Track versions with rollback

Runlayer provides massive catalog:

18,000+ MCPs: Largest catalog available

Private Registry: Add self-hosted MCPs

No-Code Remixing: Adapt tools without code

One-Click Access: Instant server connection

FAQs

Webrix is an AI governance platform with shadow AI detection, unified guards, and infrastructure-as-code via GitHub. Runlayer is an MCP gateway with 18,000+ servers and MCP-specific security.