Switching from Skyfire to Arch Tools

Feature Comparison

Here's how the two platforms stack up:

Concept Mapping: Skyfire → Arch Tools

If you're familiar with Skyfire's architecture, here's how concepts translate:

Step-by-Step Migration

Code Examples

Before: Skyfire (KYAPay Token Validation)

// Skyfire seller SDK — validate and charge KYAPay tokens
import { SkyfireSeller } from '@skyfire-xyz/skyfire-seller-sdk-node';

const seller = new SkyfireSeller({
  apiKey: process.env.SKYFIRE_API_KEY,
});

// Validate the incoming KYA+PAY JWT token
const validation = await seller.validateToken(req.headers['x-skyfire-token']);
if (!validation.valid) {
  return res.status(401).json({ error: 'Invalid KYAPay token' });
}

// Charge the agent
const charge = await seller.chargeToken(validation.token, {
  amount: '0.001',
  currency: 'USDC',
  description: 'Web scrape service',
});

// Now execute the actual service...
const result = await doWebScrape(req.body.url);

After: Arch Tools (Simple REST Call)

// Arch Tools — one call, tool executes and returns results
const response = await fetch('https://archtools.dev/v1/tools/web-scrape', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Content-Type': 'application/json',
    'x-api-key': process.env.ARCH_API_KEY,  // or use X-PAYMENT for x402
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    url: 'https://example.com',
    format: 'markdown',
  }),
});

const data = await response.json();
// { content: "# Example...", word_count: 342, credits_remaining: 9995 }

Autonomous Agent: x402 Flow

// Agent-to-API payment — no pre-loaded wallet, no KYA registration
// Step 1: Discover pricing
const pricing = await fetch('https://archtools.dev/.well-known/x402');
// Returns accepted networks, assets, and max amounts

// Step 2: Construct x402 payment and call tool
const response = await fetch('https://archtools.dev/v1/tools/ai-generate', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Content-Type': 'application/json',
    'X-PAYMENT': constructX402Payment({  // Use x402 client library
      network: 'base-mainnet',
      asset: 'USDC',
      amount: '0.02',
    }),
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    prompt: 'Summarize the latest AI news',
    model: 'claude-3-5-sonnet',
  }),
});

const data = await response.json();
// { output: "Here's the latest...", paid_via: "x402", receipt: "0x..." }

MCP Setup (Claude Desktop / Cursor / Windsurf)

// Add to your MCP config — all 63 tools appear instantly
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "arch-tools": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "mcp-remote",
        "https://archtools.dev/mcp/sse"],
      "env": { "ARCH_API_KEY": "arch_your_key" }
    }
  }
}

What You Gain

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to set up a wallet?

No. If you're a developer, just sign up and use your API key with Stripe-purchased credits. If you're building autonomous agents, they can use any standard crypto wallet with x402 — no proprietary wallet system needed.

What about my Skyfire agent identities (KYA)?

Arch Tools uses standard API keys for identity. For x402 payments, the payment header itself serves as authentication — your agent proves it can pay, which is all that's needed. No separate identity registration required.

Can I still use USDC on Base?

Yes — USDC on Base is fully supported, plus 14 other networks and 6 more tokens. You have more options, not fewer.

Is there an SDK?

You don't need one — it's a REST API. fetch() or curl is all you need. For MCP users, install the MCP server config and all tools appear natively in Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Windsurf.

What tools are available?

63 production-ready tools. Check the full tool directory — categories include AI generation, web scraping, crypto, file conversion, security, email, and more.

Is there a free tier?

Yes — every account gets 100 free credits — 25 instant on signup, 75 more on email verification. No credit card required. That's enough to try dozens of tools before buying more.