64/100IFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 200 Google reviews, the most in Rochester.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best IT Consultants in Rochester, MN (2026)
15 IT consultants ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Rochester: The Computer Store of Owatonna, IFR Score 64/100; 4.9★ from 200 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.
- 7
Most-reviewed: RWC Tech Solutions, 61 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 15 ranked after The Computer Store of Owatonna; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
15 Rochester IT consultants are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 15 rated IT firms.
Top 10 IT consultants in Rochester 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 | The Computer Store of Owatonna | 64 | 4.9★ (200) | Owatonna, 37 mi away | Sat | Overall |
| 2 | Emergent Business Technologies | 62 | 5.0★ (10) | Rochester | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Xylo Technologies | 55 | 4.8★ (5) | Rochester | — | — |
| 4 | Miranda Tech Solutions | 52 | 5.0★ (28) | Rochester | — | — |
| 5 | Aldrich Technology Consulting | 52 | 4.8★ (49) | Northfield, 45 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | StarTech Computing, Inc. | 51 | 5.0★ (4) | Red Wing, 38 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | RWC Tech Solutions | 49 | 4.4★ (61) | Red Wing, 38 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 8 | Budnick Innovations | 49 | 5.0★ (20) | Winona, 39 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Pantheon Computers | 49 | 4.5★ (10) | Rochester | — | — |
| 10 | Itechra | IT Services and IT Support Company Winona | 47 | 5.0★ (14) | Winona, 42 mi away | Sat | — |
The 15 best IT consultants 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.
Based in Rochester
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rochester
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rochester
52/100IFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Northfield, 45 mi away
52/100IFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 49 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Red Wing, 38 mi away
51/100IFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Red Wing, 38 mi away
49/100IFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 61 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Winona, 39 mi away
49/100IFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Rochester
49/100IFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer security service”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Winona, 42 mi away
47/100IFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Austin, 35 mi away
47/100IFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 36 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rochester
47/100IFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Owatonna, 39 mi away
47/100IFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Northfield, 45 mi away
43/100IFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#15 PC Bonkers
Based in Cottage Grove, 49 mi away
41/100IFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Also serving Rochester
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alphotek | In Rochester | |
| Business Computer Solutions, Inc. | 4.5★ (22) | In Rochester |
| Closed | In Rochester | |
| Computer Danamics | 4.4★ (14) | In Rochester |
| Computer Integration Technologies, Inc. (CIT) | In Rochester | |
| Computer Resource Center | 4.8★ (158) | In Rochester |
| Corporate Technologies Rochester Managed IT Services Company | In Rochester | |
| Corporate Technologies Rochester Managed IT Services Company | In Rochester | |
| Custom Compute | In Rochester | |
| Driftless Technology Solutions LLC | In Rochester | |
| Itechra | Managed IT Services Provider and IT Support Company Rochester | In Rochester | |
| Marco Technologies | 3.7★ (3) | In Rochester |
| MetroConnects | 5.0★ (1) | In Rochester |
| Momo Technology Solutions | In Rochester | |
| My Techie Buddy | 4.0★ (2) | In Rochester |
| North Country Business Products | 3.0★ (2) | In Rochester |
| Pantheon Computers - Rochester | In Rochester | |
| RWC Tech Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | In Rochester |
| Tech Doctors | In Rochester | |
| TechCleve | 5.0★ (2) | In Rochester |
How we ranked Rochester IT consultants
We scored 15 Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester: frequently asked questions
Who is the best IT consultant in Rochester?
By IFR Score, the highest-ranked IT consultant in Rochester, MN is The Computer Store of Owatonna with an IFR Score of 64/100. It has 4.9★ from 200 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. Emergent Business Technologies (#2) and Xylo Technologies (#3) follow. We ranked 15 IT consultants on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many IT consultants are there in Rochester?
ITFirmsRanked ranks 15 IT consultants serving Rochester, MN. 5 of them are based in Rochester; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 50 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which IT consultants in Rochester work on weekends?
3 of 15 ranked IT consultants post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Computer Store of Owatonna (#1), Emergent Business Technologies (#2) and Itechra | IT Services and IT Support Company Winona (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.
What Google rating do Rochester IT consultants have?
The median Google rating among 15 rated IT consultants in Rochester is 5.0★, with a median of 14 reviews. The Computer Store of Owatonna has the most, 200 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Rochester count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester
- November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 15 IT consultants serving Rochester.
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