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RCW Systems

Computer repair service · North Charleston, SC · reviewed since 2013

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%92+50.2Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%95+13.4Replies to reviews 7%22+1.6Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#29 of 55 computer repair servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 48%
4.9 ★★★★★ 149 Google reviews · 19 photos
94%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
11%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

RCW Systems at a glance

RCW Systems receives a 4.9-star rating from 149 Google reviews, with customers frequently citing quick turnaround times, reasonable pricing, and knowledgeable staff for services including hardware repairs, custom builds, and data recovery. Recurring themes highlight the shop's ability to diagnose complex issues efficiently and provide fair costs for both repairs and equipment sales. However, lower-rated reviews indicate a pattern of dissatisfaction regarding phone communication, citing rushed interactions, unresponsiveness, and rude treatment when customers attempted to resolve issues or seek information remotely.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 149 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 149 Google reviews (116 with written comments, 3 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 11% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 4, 2026.
  • Service: Computer Repair Service serving North Charleston, South Carolina.

Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.

Score profile vs other computer repair services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction92Reliability89Craft & service100Value95Momentum100Replies to reviews22Satisfaction: 92 (median 91)Reliability: 89 (median 87)Craft & service: 100 (median 99)Value: 95 (median 99)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 22 (median 84)
RCW SystemsComputer Repair Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.RCW Systems: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
92
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.RCW Systems: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
89
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.RCW Systems: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.RCW Systems: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
95
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.RCW Systems: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.RCW Systems: 22/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.D
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Star ratings

149 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars14094%
  • 4 stars53%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star32%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 116 written reviews

  • Praise17197%
  • Complaints53%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Price & value4526%
  • Staff & attitude4425%
  • Quality & results2816%
  • Speed & response2514%
  • Would recommend1710%
  • Honesty & trust116%
  • Communication63%

What customers talk about

We read 116 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I needed a BIOS update and they were extremely quick and effective on solving my problem, with a fair price.”
  • “I was giving him a hard time and he was patient with me.”
    “…r the warranty ended took it to them hoping to have it fixed and was rudely told off by the person behind the counter.…”
  • “Now that they are on Ashley Phosphate Road, I continue to use them because they always do a great job at a reasonable price.”
  • “I had it back the same day, working even better than before, and the price was more than reasonable.”
  • “I have always had a positive experience with RCW and would definitely recommend them.”
  • “From the moment I reached out, it was clear that I was dealing with someone who not only knows their stuff but genuinely cares about their clients.”
  • “Technician stayed late to help me and answered all my questions and was SUPER helpful the same day I called in.”

People customers mention

  • Robert 5 reviews
  • Sean 4 reviews
  • Shawn 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

RenanLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 hours ago★★★★★

I needed a BIOS update and they were extremely quick and effective on solving my problem, with a fair price. Would certainly go back and recommend to friends.

Samuel4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I was giving him a hard time and he was patient with me. It was because I was indecisive. Thanks Robert!

nobackhandsLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

As a repeat customer I have been doing business with RCW for several years. ALWAYS good service at a fair price

TklLocal Guide · 47 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I have been going to RCW for all of my family’s computer needs for years, ever since they were located on Rivers Avenue. Now that they are on Ashley Phosphate Road, I continue to use them because they always do a great job at a reasonable price. Two years ago, they even built a custom gaming computer for my…

Michael4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

My laptop suddenly died, and I was panicking .... afraid I’d lost everything. I took it to RCW, and Robert brought it back to life ... thank God! I had it back the same day, working even better than before, and the price was more than reasonable. Outstanding service. Thank you, RCW and Robert!

Sunny1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I went in with my PC as I couldn't get it to fully turn on and it was stuck on the booting screen and could only get to Bios. Robert was a huge help, figuring out which part was causing the issue and not just replacing the part, but upgrading it as well and cloning all the files. I'm writing this review on my PC all…

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 149 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
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Renan MeiraLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Renan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I needed a BIOS update and they were extremely quick and effective on solving my problem, with a fair price. Would certainly go back and recommend to friends.

Samuel Levis4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Samuel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I was giving him a hard time and he was patient with me. It was because I was indecisive. Thanks Robert!

nobackhandsLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews nobackhands has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

As a repeat customer I have been doing business with RCW for several years. ALWAYS good service at a fair price

Tkl LLocal Guide · 47 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tkl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I have been going to RCW for all of my family’s computer needs for years, ever since they were located on Rivers Avenue. Now that they are on Ashley Phosphate Road, I continue to use them because they always do a great job at a reasonable price. Two years ago, they even built a custom gaming computer for my daughter, and we were very happy with it. I have always had a positive experience with RCW and would definitely recommend them.

John SavageauLocal Guide · 5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Quality repair work

Michael Dempsey4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My laptop suddenly died, and I was panicking .... afraid I’d lost everything. I took it to RCW, and Robert brought it back to life ... thank God! I had it back the same day, working even better than before, and the price was more than reasonable. Outstanding service. Thank you, RCW and Robert!

Sunny Rentz1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Sunny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I went in with my PC as I couldn't get it to fully turn on and it was stuck on the booting screen and could only get to Bios. Robert was a huge help, figuring out which part was causing the issue and not just replacing the part, but upgrading it as well and cloning all the files. I'm writing this review on my PC all fixed. Prices are very reasonable and they work quickly. Thank you so much!

Richard Llanas14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Richard has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Robert is knowledgeable and helpful. Great prices and quick turn around on repairs or modifications.

BRIA ALLEN4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews BRIA has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Robert got my slow moving IMac up and running in no time!!

Andrew Pennington3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Came in to buy a barebones used workstation. Robert was very knowledgeable on the various models they had and tested the unit before sale. Price was far cheaper than comparable units on ebay.

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Business details

  • Address: 3620 Ashley Phosphate Rd #15, North Charleston, SC 29420
  • Phone: (843) 744-0888
  • Website: rcwsystems.com
  • Service area: North Charleston, SC