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fastmcp

FastMCP (Python) by Prefect / Jlowin

The fast, Pythonic way to build MCP servers and clients.

Live Registry Versionv4.1.3Previous: v4.1.3Published 2026-10-20
Stability Grade
C+ (74/100)
90-Day Velocity
23 releases
High release cadence
Dependencies
9 direct
PYPI manifest
License
Apache-2.0
Verified on PYPI
Recommended Exact Pin: pip install "fastmcp==4.1.3"
TL;DR Verdict & Quick Citation Summary (2026-10-24)Source: AgentBreakWatch Live PYPI Index

FastMCP (Python) (fastmcp) is currently at v4.1.3 on PYPI (published 2026-10-20), with a 90-day stability score of 74/100 (C+) and HIGH schema drift risk across 23 releases in the past 90 days. FastMCP v4.x introduces OpenAPI/MCP composition mounts, OAuth proxy providers, and strict output_schema serialization. Production teams should pin pip install "fastmcp==4.1.3" rather than using unpinned @latest tags.

Breaking Changes & Tool Schema Drift Analysis

FastMCP v4.x introduces OpenAPI/MCP composition mounts, OAuth proxy providers, and strict output_schema serialization.

Watched Exports / MCP Tool Signatures:
FastMCPContextClientmount
Before (Deprecated / Unpinned Pattern)
mcp.mount("sub", sub_server)
After (Verified v4.1.3 Pattern)
mcp.mount(sub_server, prefix="sub")

Frequently Asked Questions: fastmcp

What is the latest version of fastmcp on PYPI?

As of 2026-10-24, the latest stable version of fastmcp (FastMCP (Python) by Prefect / Jlowin) on PYPI is v4.1.3, published on 2026-10-20. It has shipped 23 releases in the last 90 days.

Does fastmcp v4.1.3 have breaking changes or MCP schema drift risk?

fastmcp currently carries a HIGH schema drift risk rating with a Stability Score of 74/100 (Grade C+). FastMCP v4.x introduces OpenAPI/MCP composition mounts, OAuth proxy providers, and strict output_schema serialization.

How do I safely pin fastmcp in production?

Avoid unpinned @latest tags in production agent configs. Pin the exact verified version using `pip install "fastmcp==4.1.3"` and monitor FastMCP, Context, Client, mount for parameter or schema changes.

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