67/100IFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Managed IT Service Providers in Skokie, IL (2026)
535 managed IT service providers ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Skokie: Framework IT, IFR Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 148 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 19
Most-reviewed: iRepairTek (IT Services, Smartphone, Computer, Consoles and Tablet Repair), 520 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 535 ranked; ranked #19.
Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
535 Skokie managed IT service providers are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 197 open Saturdays and 128 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 535 rated IT firms.
Top 10 managed IT service providers in Skokie 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 | Framework IT | 67 | 5.0★ (148) | Chicago, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | LeadingIT | 65 | 5.0★ (74) | Chicago, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Genuity | 65 | 5.0★ (72) | Chicago, 11 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | XL.net | 65 | 5.0★ (66) | Chicago, 11 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | XL.net - Managed IT Services Company | 64 | 5.0★ (44) | Chicago, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | CMIT Solutions of Chicago Downtown | 64 | 4.9★ (54) | Chicago, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Evolution IT | 64 | 5.0★ (65) | La Grange Park, 22 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | PSM Partners – Managed IT & Cybersecurity | 63 | 4.9★ (45) | Chicago, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | SafePoint IT | 63 | 5.0★ (244) | Palatine, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Surge Solutions - IT Services Chicago | 63 | 5.0★ (44) | Villa Park, 16 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 535 best managed IT service providers in Skokie, 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 LeadingIT
Based in Chicago, 12 mi away
65/100IFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#3 Genuity
Based in Chicago, 11 mi away
65/100IFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#4 XL.net
Based in Chicago, 11 mi away
65/100IFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicago, 6 mi away
64/100IFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicago, 12 mi away
64/100IFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#7 Evolution IT
Based in La Grange Park, 22 mi away
64/100IFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicago, 12 mi away
63/100IFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#9 SafePoint IT
Based in Palatine, 17 mi away
63/100IFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 244 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Villa Park, 16 mi away
63/100IFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicago, 5 mi away
63/100IFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 179 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#12 Shartega IT
Based in Des Plaines, 8 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 123 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicago, 6 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.4★ from 110 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Homer Glen, 30 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicago, 12 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#16 AlignLayerNine
Based in Glenview, 7 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Lincolnwood, 3 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Naperville, 27 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Bridgeview, 18 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 520 Google reviews, the most in Skokie.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Schaumburg, 16 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Naperville, 28 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Schaumburg, 15 mi away
62/100IFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#23 LeadingIT
Based in Woodstock, 41 mi away
61/100IFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#24 Ktech Network
Based in Bensenville, 14 mi away
61/100IFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
#25 LeadingIT
Based in Naperville, 27 mi away
61/100IFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected.
Managed IT service providers 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 535 ranked managed IT service providers here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | IFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | TeamLogic IT | 61 | 4.9★ (120) | 16 mi |
| 27 | Version2 LLC | 61 | 5.0★ (75) | 12 mi |
| 28 | Chimbly Consultants, LLC | 61 | 4.9★ (43) | 14 mi |
| 29 | ITRegulators, Inc. | 61 | 4.9★ (34) | 29 mi |
| 30 | CIO Landing | 61 | 5.0★ (56) | 6 mi |
| 31 | SafePoint IT | 61 | 5.0★ (76) | 11 mi |
| 32 | Easy IT Support | 61 | 5.0★ (22) | 22 mi |
| 33 | Senior Tech Support | 60 | 5.0★ (123) | 25 mi |
| 34 | BetterWorld Technology | 60 | 4.9★ (89) | 18 mi |
| 35 | Network It Easy, LLC | 60 | 5.0★ (104) | 24 mi |
| 36 | Hyjawe IT Solutions | 60 | 5.0★ (15) | 19 mi |
| 37 | Nestech Computers Inc. | 60 | 4.9★ (220) | 7 mi |
| 38 | Verdant TCS | 60 | 5.0★ (12) | 16 mi |
| 39 | Alan's One Stop Computer Repairs | 59 | 4.9★ (480) | 16 mi |
| 40 | TDI Networks, Inc. | 59 | 5.0★ (50) | 26 mi |
| 41 | Solus LLC | 59 | 5.0★ (31) | 3 mi |
| 42 | Biz ReTek Inc. | 59 | 5.0★ (20) | 32 mi |
| 43 | Virdual IT | 59 | 5.0★ (27) | 14 mi |
| 44 | ITGuy Solutions | 59 | 5.0★ (50) | 12 mi |
| 45 | TechStreamlined | 59 | 5.0★ (11) | 6 mi |
| 46 | RWK IT Services | 59 | 5.0★ (113) | 36 mi |
| 47 | Aqueity, Inc. | 59 | 4.8★ (64) | 20 mi |
| 48 | Computer Medics | 59 | 4.5★ (114) | 18 mi |
| 49 | TechVoo | 59 | 4.8★ (71) | 21 mi |
| 50 | One Solution Inc | 59 | 4.8★ (149) | 4 mi |
Also serving Skokie
20 more managed IT service providers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alis Technology | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Azerics Company | 3.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| BIRDS ON A CABLE, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| CIC Networks | 5.0★ (2) | In Skokie |
| Creative Tech | 4.2★ (21) | In Skokie |
| Datastrive | Managed IT Services Chicago | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| GreenmanIT, Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| I.T. Solutions Team | 5.0★ (1) | In Skokie |
| Managed IT Services & IT Support | In Skokie | |
| NSC Solutions | 4.6★ (5) | In Skokie |
| Open Informatics LLC | In Skokie | |
| Point Management Corporation | In Skokie | |
| Red Door Shield by Red Door Technologies | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Rhodian Group | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Simple Solutions Technology, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Syltech Solution Computer Help | In Skokie | |
| Tel-IT Technology Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Up & Running Systems, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| VBA Chicago Inc. | In Skokie | |
| ZC DESIGNS | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
How we ranked Skokie managed IT service providers
We scored 535 Skokie managed IT service providers 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 Skokie 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 a managed IT service provider
- Ask for a sample service-level agreement and compare response times, support hours and exclusions.
- Check how backups are done and tested, and ask when they last restored a client’s data.
- Ask which security tools are included and which cost extra (MFA, endpoint protection, email filtering, staff training).
- Make sure you, not the firm, own your accounts, domain names and licences.
- 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 a managed IT service provider
- Is the price per user, per device or a bundle, and what is not included?
- What are your response times for urgent, normal and low-priority tickets?
- Is your help desk in-house or outsourced, and what are its hours?
- How do you back up our data, how often do you test restores, and where are the copies kept?
- Which security tools are included, and do you monitor alerts after hours?
- What happens to our passwords, documentation and data if we leave?
- Can you give us references from clients of our size and industry?
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.
Managed IT service providers in Skokie: frequently asked questions
Who is the best managed IT service provider in Skokie?
By IFR Score, the highest-ranked managed IT service provider in Skokie, IL is Framework IT with an IFR Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 148 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. LeadingIT (#2) and Genuity (#3) follow. We ranked 535 managed IT service providers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many managed IT service providers are there in Skokie?
ITFirmsRanked ranks 535 managed IT service providers serving Skokie, IL. Another 20 within 50 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which managed IT service providers in Skokie work on weekends?
197 of 535 ranked managed IT service providers post Saturday hours and 128 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Framework IT (#1), LeadingIT (#2) and Genuity (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.
What Google rating do Skokie managed IT service providers have?
The median Google rating among 535 rated managed IT service providers in Skokie is 5.0★, with a median of 12 reviews. iRepairTek (IT Services, Smartphone, Computer, Consoles and Tablet Repair) has the most, 520 reviews, and ranks #19. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ITFirmsRanked rank managed IT service providers?
Each managed IT service provider 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 managed IT service providers outside Skokie count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Skokie city center, our service radius for managed IT service providers. 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 managed IT service providers 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 managed IT service provider do?
Managed IT service providers (MSPs) run a business’s computers, servers, network, Microsoft 365 or Google accounts, backups and help desk for a monthly fee, or provide IT support by the hour.
How are managed it service providers in Skokie ranked?
By IFR Score: Google rating and review volume, recent reviews, opening hours, how clearly the firm does managed IT services and IT support, distance, a claimed profile, our badge and verified client reviews. Sponsored placements never change the order.
What should a managed IT agreement include?
At minimum: help desk support for your staff, monitoring and patching of computers and servers, backups that are tested, security tools such as endpoint protection and multi-factor authentication, and a named contact. The agreement should state response times, support hours and what counts as out of scope.
Is managed IT priced per user or per device?
Both models are common, and some firms sell tiered bundles. Per-user pricing suits staff with several devices; per-device pricing suits shared computers. Compare quotes on the same number of users, devices and servers.
How long are managed IT contracts?
Often one to three years, sometimes month to month. Check the notice period, any early-termination fee and how the firm hands over passwords, documentation and data when the contract ends.
Update log for Skokie
- November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 535 managed IT service providers serving Skokie.
- November 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.
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