Cielo

Cielo WiGle was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, where it develops smart thermostats aimed at the mini-split and ductless HVAC market. Starting with connected controls for ductless heat pumps and mini-split systems, the company expanded into central system thermostats in 2023.

Product Lines

The Breez line makes up Cielo's core product offering, with models such as Breez Plus and Breez Max designed to add Wi-Fi control and scheduling to mini-split heat pumps and window or portable air conditioners that otherwise rely on infrared remotes. Following the 2023 launch of its first central system thermostat, Cielo now covers both ductless and ducted HVAC equipment under a single connected platform.

Why Contractors Specify Cielo

HVAC installers specify Cielo thermostats to give customers remote scheduling and monitoring on mini-split systems that were not originally built with smart controls, without replacing the indoor or outdoor unit. Breez Max earned the AHR Expo Product of the Year award in 2023, a recognition installers can point to when discussing product quality with customers. Cielo's focus on ductless retrofit control also means installers working across multiple mini-split brands can standardize on one thermostat platform rather than juggling separate manufacturer apps for each system.

How to Choose Cielo Products

Choosing between Cielo models depends mainly on the equipment being controlled. Ductless mini-split systems, along with window and portable air conditioners that use an infrared remote, are matched to the Breez Plus or Breez Max thermostats, with the choice between them typically coming down to the sensor and scheduling features a given job requires. Homes or light commercial spaces with a central ducted system instead call for Cielo's central system thermostat line introduced in 2023. Confirming that the target equipment communicates by infrared, and checking compatible refrigerant or heat pump models against Cielo's published compatibility list, helps avoid mismatched installations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What HVAC systems do Cielo thermostats control?

Cielo thermostats are designed for ductless mini-split heat pumps, window and portable air conditioners with infrared remotes, and, since 2023, central ducted HVAC systems.

What is the difference between Breez Plus and Breez Max?

Both are Wi-Fi thermostats for mini-split systems, with Breez Max offering additional sensor and monitoring features beyond the Breez Plus.

Did Cielo win any industry awards?

Cielo's Breez Max was named AHR Expo Product of the Year in 2023.

When did Cielo start making central system thermostats?

Cielo launched its first smart thermostat for central HVAC systems in 2023, after building its reputation in mini-split and ductless controls.

Where is Cielo based?

Cielo WiGle is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, and was founded in 2014.