The text discusses three alternatives to Arcade.dev, a platform that connects agents to numerous tools via MCP servers, highlighting Merge, Composio, and Workato as potential options. Merge's Agent Handler offers comprehensive observability features, a simpler pricing model, and proven success with AI companies, distinguishing it from Arcade. Composio provides a robust open-source platform with extensive tool access, framework adapters, and generous free plans, making it preferable for those seeking reliability without community-supported servers. Workato's Enterprise MCP focuses on pre-built, managed servers and audit trails, appealing to users familiar with its automation products and seeking established solutions for large-scale operations. Jon Gitlin, the Managing Editor of Merge’s blog and an experienced content marketing manager with a background in integration and automation, outlines these comparisons to encourage exploration of these platforms over Arcade.