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Best Computer Repair Shops in Rochester, MN (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Rochester: The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories, IFR Score 69/100; 4.7★ from 596 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: The Machine Shed, 549 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 13 ranked after The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories; ranked #2.

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

13 Rochester computer repair shops are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 8 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 13 rated IT firms.

Top 10 computer repair shops in Rochester 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 Rochester at a glance
RankBusinessIFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories694.7★ (596)RochesterSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2The Machine Shed684.6★ (549)RochesterSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
3TaDa! Gadget Repair665.0★ (213)RochesterSat—
4Computer Resource Center654.8★ (158)RochesterSat—
5PC-Maid Computer Repair Services644.9★ (109)RochesterSat · Evenings—
6Hidden Gem! Computers, Gaming, & More644.5★ (122)RochesterSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Tech Doctors634.2★ (65)RochesterSat · Sun · Evenings—
8Miranda Tech Solutions595.0★ (28)Rochester——
9Data-Smart Computers | IT Services in Rochester, MN555.0★ (6)Rochester——
10BRITEE545.0★ (5)Rochester——

The 13 best computer repair shops in Rochester, 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.

Scores below: based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  2. #2 The Machine Shed

    Based in Rochester

    68/100IFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.6★ from 549 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    • 4.6★ from 549 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 PM–8 PM
    Address
    11 2nd St NE, Rochester, MN 55906
    View profile for The Machine Shed(507) 258-6501

  3. #3 TaDa! Gadget Repair

    Based in Rochester

    66/100IFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 213 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    • 5.0★ from 213 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2633 4th Ave NE, Rochester, MN 55906
    View profile for TaDa! Gadget Repair(320) 761-1632

  4. #4 Computer Resource Center

    Based in Rochester

    65/100IFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 158 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    • 4.8★ from 158 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1312 7th St NW Ste 101, Rochester, MN 55901
    View profile for Computer Resource Center(507) 529-9600

  7. #7 Tech Doctors

    Based in Rochester

    63/100IFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.2★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    • 4.2★ from 65 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    View profile for Tech Doctors(507) 316-0123

  8. #8 Miranda Tech Solutions

    Based in Rochester

    59/100IFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1500 1st Ave NE Ste 109, Rochester, MN 55906
    View profile for Miranda Tech Solutions(507) 200-8393

  10. #10 BRITEE

    Based in Rochester

    54/100IFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    200 S Main St #6, Stewartville, MN 55976
    View profile for BRITEE(877) 412-4377

  11. #11 On-Site Computers Inc

    Based in Rochester

    54/100IFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    13 W Main St Ste 5, Kasson, MN 55944
    View profile for On-Site Computers Inc(507) 634-6909

  13. #13 Pantheon Computers

    Based in Rochester

    47/100IFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.

    • 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1221 3rd Ave SW Ste 250, Rochester, MN 55902
    View profile for Pantheon Computers(507) 835-2212

Also serving Rochester

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 Rochester
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Plus Computer SpecialistsIn Rochester
Ada Computer4.0★ (2)In Rochester
Big Byte ComputersIn Rochester
Business Computer Solutions, Inc.4.5★ (22)In Rochester
Cady Business TechnologiesIn Rochester
Charlie Brown PC Applications Consultants, Inc.4.9★ (11)In Rochester
CIT Remote Control Support SoftwareIn Rochester
Computer Danamics4.4★ (14)In Rochester
Custom ComputeIn Rochester
Itechra | Managed IT Services Provider and IT Support Company RochesterIn Rochester
Marco Technologies3.7★ (3)In Rochester
MedEd Web Solutions5.0★ (1)In Rochester
MetroConnects5.0★ (1)In Rochester
Momo Technology SolutionsIn Rochester
Robson Computer Technologies LLCIn Rochester
RWC Tech Solutions5.0★ (2)In Rochester
Swift Logistical ResponseIn Rochester
TechCleve5.0★ (2)In Rochester
TNT In Home Computer Repair1.0★ (1)In Rochester
Vision Solutions Inc5.0★ (2)In Rochester

How we ranked Rochester computer repair shops

We scored 13 Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester: frequently asked questions

Who is the best computer repair shop in Rochester?

By IFR Score, the highest-ranked computer repair shop in Rochester, MN is The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories with an IFR Score of 69/100. It has 4.7★ from 596 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Machine Shed (#2) and TaDa! Gadget Repair (#3) follow. We ranked 13 computer repair shops on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many computer repair shops are there in Rochester?

ITFirmsRanked ranks 13 computer repair shops serving Rochester, MN. 13 of them are based in Rochester; 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 Rochester work on weekends?

8 of 13 ranked computer repair shops post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories (#1), The Machine Shed (#2) and TaDa! Gadget Repair (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.

What Google rating do Rochester computer repair shops have?

The median Google rating among 13 rated computer repair shops in Rochester is 4.9★, with a median of 65 reviews. The Fix - Phone Repair, Tablet Repair and Accessories has the most, 596 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 Rochester count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester

  1. November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 13 computer repair shops serving Rochester.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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