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Best Computer Repair Shops in Monterey, CA (2026)

22 computer repair shops ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Monterey: Monterey Computer & Smartphone Repair, IFR Score 68/100; 4.9★ from 245 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: TECHSOL, 169 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 22 ranked after Monterey Computer & Smartphone Repair; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

22 Monterey computer repair shops are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 9 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 22 rated IT firms.

Top 10 computer repair shops in Monterey at a glance

Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.

Top 10 computer repair shops in Monterey at a glance
RankBusinessIFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Monterey Computer & Smartphone Repair684.9★ (245)MontereySatOverall
2TECHSOL634.9★ (169)Marina, 14 mi awaySat · EveningsMost reviews
3Seaside Computer Service624.9★ (77)Marina, 18 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Computer Corner614.8★ (35)Monterey——
5Ghosxt595.0★ (30)Salinas, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Moranda Minds Computer Services594.6★ (24)Pacific Grove, 1 mi away——
7Pro Computer Repair574.1★ (15)Monterey——
8Monterey Computer Corporation574.6★ (11)Monterey——
9At Your Services Mobile Computer573.7★ (3)MontereySat · Sun · Evenings—
10I Will Repair - Mobile564.5★ (64)MontereySat · Sun—

The 22 best computer repair shops in Monterey, ranked

Ordered by IFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.

  1. Based in Marina, 14 mi away

    63/100IFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 169 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 169 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 1 PM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10901 Merritt St, Castroville, CA 95012
  2. Based in Marina, 18 mi away

    62/100IFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–6 PM
  3. Based in Monterey

    61/100IFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
  4. Based in Salinas, 17 mi away

    59/100IFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    842 Bermuda Way, Salinas, CA 93905
  5. Based in Monterey

    57/100IFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    728 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
  6. Based in Prunedale, 15 mi away

    56/100IFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
  7. Based in Salinas, 14 mi away

    54/100IFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.2★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1215 N Davis Rd, Salinas, CA 93907
  8. Based in Monterey

    54/100IFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5 Harris Ct Building S, Monterey, CA 93940
  9. Based in Seaside, 2 mi away

    54/100IFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    607 Charles Ave Ste. C, Seaside, CA 93955
  10. Based in Salinas, 14 mi away

    53/100IFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    845 W Market St Ste P, Salinas, CA 93901
  11. Based in Watsonville, 18 mi away

    53/100IFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
  12. Based in Salinas, 15 mi away

    52/100IFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    590 Brunken Ave A, Salinas, CA 93901
  13. Based in Salinas, 14 mi away

    51/100IFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    36 Quail Run Cir #104, Salinas, CA 93907
  14. Based in Seaside, 3 mi away

    50/100IFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 20 Google reviews.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat 10 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    685 Broadway Ave, Seaside, CA 93955
  15. 49/100IFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2511 Garden Rd Ste C-200E, Monterey, CA 93940
  16. Based in Salinas, 15 mi away

    47/100IFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mobile phone repair shop”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–8 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–9 PM · Sun 11 AM–8 PM
    Address
    Shopping Center, 796 Northridge Dr Ste K06, Salinas, CA 93906
  17. Based in Salinas, 15 mi away

    44/100IFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.

    Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1325 Abbott St Ste 1, Salinas, CA 93901

Also serving Monterey

20 more computer repair shops within 20 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a service we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked computer repair shops serving Monterey
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Useable Computer4.0★ (2)19 mi
ACG Networks14 mi
Coastal Computer Consulting1.0★ (1)In Monterey
Consolidated Computer Services14 mi
Hadid TechWorks5.0★ (2)2 mi
IT Solution ServicesIn Monterey
Johnny's Tech Fix15 mi
LakonixIn Monterey
MarTech Inc15 mi
Mike’s Tech Solutions5.0★ (7)In Monterey
Mitchell Technologies4.8★ (24)In Monterey
Monterey SolutionsIn Monterey
Monterey Technology Support5.0★ (17)In Monterey
Pro Tech Wizards14 mi
Red Shift Computer Repair14 mi
SALVAGEDATA Recovery Services4.9★ (29)In Monterey
Tech On Dial5.0★ (2)In Monterey
Tech Repair Services5.0★ (1)17 mi
Telco Business Solutions, Inc.In Monterey
TMI DataIn Monterey

How we ranked Monterey computer repair shops

We scored 22 Monterey computer repair shops on nine factors, weighted as shown. An IT firm is ranked when its service is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

IFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Monterey data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume15%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed IT firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday and 24/7 supportMeasured
Service focus15%How clearly the firm does this service (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its IT Firms Ranked profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The firm links to IT Firms Ranked from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured
Client reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by IT Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a computer repair shop

  1. Ask for a written estimate and approve any extra work before it is done.
  2. Ask whether they come on site and whether they work on business systems as well as home computers.
  3. Check the warranty on parts and labour.
  4. Ask for two or three references from clients of your size and industry, and call them.
  5. Get the scope, response times and price in writing before you sign, including how you leave and get your data back.

Questions to ask a computer repair shop

  • Is the diagnosis free, and how much is the estimate likely to change?
  • Do you back up our data before the repair?
  • Do you offer on-site visits for businesses?
  • What warranty do you give on parts and labour?
  • How long will the repair take?

Terms explained

MSP (managed service provider)
A firm that runs a business’s IT for a recurring fee: monitoring, patching, help desk, backups and security tools.
Co-managed IT
An arrangement where an outside firm supports an in-house IT person or team, sharing tools and tasks.
Break-fix
IT support paid per incident or per hour, with no monthly agreement.
SLA (service-level agreement)
The contract terms for response and resolution times, uptime and support hours.
Help desk
The support line staff call or email for IT problems.
RMM
Remote monitoring and management software that lets an IT firm watch, patch and fix computers remotely.
vCIO
A virtual chief information officer: part-time IT strategy and budgeting from an outside firm.
MSSP
A managed security service provider: a firm that monitors and manages security tools around the clock.
EDR / MDR
Endpoint detection and response software, and the managed service of people watching its alerts (managed detection and response).
MFA
Multi-factor authentication: a second proof of identity, such as an app prompt, on top of a password.
Penetration test
An authorised, simulated attack on your systems to find weaknesses before criminals do.
SOC 2
An independent auditor’s report (AICPA standard) on a service provider’s security controls.

Computer repair shops in Monterey: frequently asked questions

Who is the best computer repair shop in Monterey?

By IFR Score, the highest-ranked computer repair shop in Monterey, CA is Monterey Computer & Smartphone Repair with an IFR Score of 68/100. It has 4.9★ from 245 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. TECHSOL (#2) and Seaside Computer Service (#3) follow. We ranked 22 computer repair shops on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many computer repair shops are there in Monterey?

ITFirmsRanked ranks 22 computer repair shops serving Monterey, CA. 8 of them are based in Monterey; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 20 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which computer repair shops in Monterey work on weekends?

9 of 22 ranked computer repair shops post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Monterey Computer & Smartphone Repair (#1), TECHSOL (#2) and Seaside Computer Service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.

What Google rating do Monterey computer repair shops have?

The median Google rating among 22 rated computer repair shops in Monterey is 4.8★, with a median of 14 reviews. Monterey Computer & Smartphone Repair has the most, 245 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does ITFirmsRanked rank computer repair shops?

Each computer repair shop gets a 0–100 IFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), review volume (15%), service focus (15%) and recency (10%). An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only IT firms with a confirmed service and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do computer repair shops outside Monterey count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Monterey city center, our service radius for computer repair shops. Each listing shows where the IT firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the IFR Score, so a nearby IT firm gets a small edge.

Can computer repair shops pay to rank higher on ITFirmsRanked?

No. The IFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured IT firms may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

What does a computer repair shop do?

Computer repair shops fix desktops, laptops and printers in store or on site: hardware repairs, upgrades, virus removal and setup. Many serve small offices as well as households.

How are computer repair shops in Monterey ranked?

By IFR Score: Google rating and review volume, recent reviews, opening hours, how clearly the firm does computer repair, distance, a claimed profile, our badge and verified client reviews. Sponsored placements never change the order.

Should a business use a computer repair shop or an IT provider?

A repair shop suits one-off fixes on a few computers. Once you rely on shared files, email, backups and security across several staff, an IT provider with a support agreement usually works out better.

Should we back up before a repair?

Yes, if the computer still starts. Repairs can involve replacing drives or reinstalling the system. Ask the shop whether it backs up data first and what it charges.

Update log for Monterey

  1. November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 22 computer repair shops serving Monterey.