60/100IFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best IT Consultants in Livermore, CA (2026)
315 IT consultants ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Livermore: 42, Inc., IFR Score 60/100; 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 7
Most-reviewed: Central Computers, 698 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 315 ranked; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
315 Livermore IT consultants are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 103 open Saturdays and 74 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 315 rated IT firms.
Top 10 IT consultants in Livermore at a glance
Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.
| Rank | Business | IFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42, Inc. | 60 | 5.0★ (54) | Berkeley, 30 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | offthegridit | 58 | 4.8★ (23) | San Jose, 23 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 3 | Sustainable Computing | 58 | 5.0★ (87) | Alameda, 32 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Techloop Electronics Repair and Sales ( iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC Repair and Sales) | 56 | 4.8★ (326) | Menlo Park, 28 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | Central Computers | 56 | 4.5★ (506) | Sunnyvale, 24 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Ralph Doore Consulting | 56 | 4.9★ (21) | Noe Valley, 42 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Central Computers | 56 | 4.4★ (698) | Santa Clara, 27 mi away | Sat · Sun | Most reviews |
| 8 | DeParts Systems | 56 | 5.0★ (126) | Alameda, 28 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | PC Professional Managed IT Services | 56 | 4.9★ (143) | Oakland, 29 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | People 1st IT Inc. LLC | 56 | 4.9★ (299) | San Francisco, 35 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 315 best IT consultants in Livermore, 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.
#2 offthegridit
Based in San Jose, 23 mi away
58/100IFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Alameda, 32 mi away
58/100IFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 87 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Menlo Park, 28 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 326 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Sunnyvale, 24 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 506 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Noe Valley, 42 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Santa Clara, 27 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 698 Google reviews, the most in Livermore.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Alameda, 28 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 126 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Oakland, 29 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 143 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in San Francisco, 35 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 299 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#11 WebDispatch
Based in San Ramon, 13 mi away
56/100IFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Alum Rock, 27 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 161 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#13 Netpace Inc
Based in San Ramon, 12 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Santa Clara, 23 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#15 Seashore IT
Based in San Francisco, 35 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#16 BEARCloud, Inc
Based in San Francisco, 36 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#17 STN
Based in Pleasanton, 7 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#18 Grundig IT
Based in Alamo, 24 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Stockton, 34 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Santa Clara, 23 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#21 Ophtek
Based in San Jose, 31 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#22 Cloud Conduction
Based in Auburn Hills, 27 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Palo Alto, 27 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Fremont, 14 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
#25 Wizdom On Wheels
Based in Union City, 26 mi away
54/100IFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
IT consultants ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in IFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 315 ranked IT consultants here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | IFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Intelligent Technical Solutions | ITS | 54 | 5.0★ (104) | 38 mi |
| 27 | IT Devices Online | 54 | 3.5★ (19) | 9 mi |
| 28 | Tech Paces | 54 | 4.8★ (9) | 10 mi |
| 29 | Murphy, McKay & Associates, Inc. | 54 | 4.9★ (15) | 23 mi |
| 30 | Jones IT | 54 | 5.0★ (431) | 36 mi |
| 31 | QTS Santa Clara | 54 | 4.6★ (19) | 23 mi |
| 32 | Pleasanton Computer Repair | 54 | 4.7★ (97) | 6 mi |
| 33 | TechAtAnyAge.com | 54 | 5.0★ (50) | 25 mi |
| 34 | Sydewayz Cafe | 54 | 4.6★ (17) | 26 mi |
| 35 | AK Solutions Computer Consulting | 54 | 5.0★ (16) | 27 mi |
| 36 | Bay Computing Group | 54 | 5.0★ (48) | 25 mi |
| 37 | Guardnet | 54 | 5.0★ (5) | 23 mi |
| 38 | Great American Computer | 53 | 3.0★ (4) | 22 mi |
| 39 | Nerd Crossing | 53 | 4.4★ (25) | 33 mi |
| 40 | ZAG Technical Services | 53 | 4.6★ (12) | 21 mi |
| 41 | cyberCSI, Inc. | 53 | 4.7★ (13) | 23 mi |
| 42 | LevelUp MSP - Managed IT Services San Jose | 53 | 4.9★ (42) | 21 mi |
| 43 | Renascence IT Consulting, Inc. | 53 | 5.0★ (43) | 17 mi |
| 44 | TruAdvantage | 53 | 5.0★ (236) | 27 mi |
| 45 | Sysnatics IT Services | 53 | 5.0★ (5) | 36 mi |
| 46 | Blackhawk MSP Computer Support and Services | 53 | 4.9★ (46) | 12 mi |
| 47 | Lan Pros Communication Inc. | 53 | 4.7★ (16) | 31 mi |
| 48 | The Marin Tech | 53 | 5.0★ (29) | 48 mi |
| 49 | CSS Corporation | 53 | 5.0★ (4) | 21 mi |
| 50 | Nettouch Consulting | 53 | 5.0★ (5) | 25 mi |
Also serving Livermore
20 more IT consultants within 50 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a service we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allied Universal Technology Services | 1.0★ (2) | In Livermore |
| Altitude Technical Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| aventegis | In Livermore | |
| AWH Industries | In Livermore | |
| Blue Computer Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Livermore |
| California Business Technology, Inc. (CBT) | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| CMIT Solutions Livermore | 4.0★ (12) | In Livermore |
| Dataflow Networks | 5.0★ (1) | In Livermore |
| DCM Data Systems | 3.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Infobond Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Interstellar Design Studio | 5.0★ (1) | In Livermore |
| ipalmerservices | In Livermore | |
| ITkid | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| iValley Technology Partners | In Livermore | |
| Palo Alto PC | 4.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| PsiNapse Technology | In Livermore | |
| Remillard Technical Documentation | 3.0★ (1) | In Livermore |
| RITSNET | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Steel Creek Consulting | In Livermore | |
| Valley Tech, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Livermore |
How we ranked Livermore IT consultants
We scored 315 Livermore IT consultants 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Livermore data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed IT firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday and 24/7 support | Measured |
| Service focus | 15% | How clearly the firm does this service (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its IT Firms Ranked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The firm links to IT Firms Ranked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| Client reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by IT Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an IT consultant
- Ask whether the consultant earns commissions or referral fees on products they recommend.
- Check experience with projects like yours, and ask for a sample deliverable.
- Agree the deliverables, timeline and price for each phase before work starts.
- Ask for two or three references from clients of your size and industry, and call them.
- Get the scope, response times and price in writing before you sign, including how you leave and get your data back.
Questions to ask an IT consultant
- Do you receive commissions from any vendor you might recommend?
- What will we receive at the end of the project?
- Who will do the work, and what similar projects have they completed?
- Do you bill hourly, per project or on retainer?
- Will you work alongside our current IT provider?
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.
IT consultants in Livermore: frequently asked questions
Who is the best IT consultant in Livermore?
By IFR Score, the highest-ranked IT consultant in Livermore, CA is 42, Inc. with an IFR Score of 60/100. It has 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. offthegridit (#2) and Sustainable Computing (#3) follow. We ranked 315 IT consultants on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many IT consultants are there in Livermore?
ITFirmsRanked ranks 315 IT consultants serving Livermore, CA. Another 20 within 50 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which IT consultants in Livermore work on weekends?
103 of 315 ranked IT consultants post Saturday hours and 74 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are 42, Inc. (#1), offthegridit (#2) and Techloop Electronics Repair and Sales ( iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC Repair and Sales) (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.
What Google rating do Livermore IT consultants have?
The median Google rating among 315 rated IT consultants in Livermore is 4.9★, with a median of 13 reviews. Central Computers has the most, 698 reviews, and ranks #7. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ITFirmsRanked rank IT consultants?
Each IT consultant 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 IT consultants outside Livermore count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Livermore city center, our service radius for IT consultants. 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 IT consultants 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 an IT consultant do?
IT consultants advise on technology plans and projects: system selection, cloud migrations, budgets, security and compliance programmes, often as a part-time or virtual CIO.
How are it consultants in Livermore ranked?
By IFR Score: Google rating and review volume, recent reviews, opening hours, how clearly the firm does IT consulting, distance, a claimed profile, our badge and verified client reviews. Sponsored placements never change the order.
When does a business need an IT consultant rather than an IT provider?
For decisions and projects rather than day-to-day support: choosing a new system, planning a cloud move, setting an IT budget, preparing for an audit or reviewing an existing IT provider.
How do IT consultants charge?
By the hour, by the project or on a monthly retainer for ongoing virtual CIO work. Ask for a fixed price or a capped estimate on defined projects.
Update log for Livermore
- November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 315 IT consultants serving Livermore.
- November 2026: 5 duplicate listings merged.
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