1 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 1 carat cushion lab grown diamonds usually range from $266 to $13,048, with an average price of $476.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 3.1%.Compare 7,439 verified listings across 12 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

1 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 7,439 verified 1-carat cushion lab grown diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $266 to $13,048, with an average asking price of $476 and a median of $446.

The price spread of $12,782 (98.0% from highest to lowest) highlights why comparing identical certified diamonds across multiple retailers matters. Two identical certified diamonds can differ by hundreds or even thousands of dollars depending on the retailer.

These figures are based on our latest daily market data, matched by certification lab and certificate number across retailers, so you are comparing the exact same diamond.

  • 7,439 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $266 to $13,048

  • Average price: $476

  • Median price: $446

  • Available across 12 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 98.0%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $12,782

Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.

$266$13,048
Tracked

7,439

Lowest

$266

Average

$476

Median

$446

Highest

$13,048

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 55.3%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $392

Compare at $878

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | IdealIGI

0.95ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $347

Compare at $365

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | SI1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 74.9%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | SI1 | Very Good

From $307

Compare at $1,220

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 23.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Ideal

From $370

Compare at $483

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 53%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Very Good

From $650

Compare at $1,382

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 61.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $358

Compare at $926

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 62%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $353

Compare at $930

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 58.7%

0.95ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,058

Compare at $2,560

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 62.3%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Very Good

From $315

Compare at $835

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 71%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $389

Compare at $1,340

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 70.2%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $451

Compare at $1,510

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $358

Compare at $377

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 68%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $393

Compare at $1,230

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 59%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Ideal

From $405

Compare at $988

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 69.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $432

Compare at $1,410

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 69.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $432

Compare at $1,410

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 64.6%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $350

Compare at $990

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 69.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $432

Compare at $1,410

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 62.3%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $509

Compare at $1,350

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 57.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $470

Compare at $1,103

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 65.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $342

Compare at $990

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | F | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 63%

0.95ct | Cushion | F | VVS1 | Ideal

From $429

Compare at $1,160

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 33%

0.95ct | Cushion | FANCY | VS1 | Excellent

From $589

Compare at $879

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 69.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Excellent

From $502

Compare at $1,640

7 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 69.9%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $400

Compare at $1,330

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 59.1%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Ideal

From $470

Compare at $1,150

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 57.1%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $408

Compare at $950

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $471

Compare at $498

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $420

Compare at $444

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 38.8%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Excellent

From $326

Compare at $533

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $417

Compare at $440

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 60.7%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Very Good

From $593

Compare at $1,510

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 68%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $426

Compare at $1,330

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 63.5%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $379

Compare at $1,040

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 69.5%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $405

Compare at $1,330

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | GoodIGI
Save 75.2%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Good

From $330

Compare at $1,330

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 64%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $386

Compare at $1,070

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 63.5%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $379

Compare at $1,040

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 66.9%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $440

Compare at $1,330

5 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 57.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Excellent

From $470

Compare at $1,103

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $365

Compare at $385

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 62.6%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $404

Compare at $1,080

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 74%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Very Good

From $393

Compare at $1,510

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $342

Compare at $360

2 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 60%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VVS1 | Very Good

From $400

Compare at $1,001

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 63.9%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Very Good

From $310

Compare at $859

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 76.6%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $367

Compare at $1,570

4 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | GoodIGI
Save 76.6%

0.95ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Good

From $367

Compare at $1,570

3 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 73.5%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $419

Compare at $1,580

6 stores
0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 61.4%

0.95ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $358

Compare at $926

3 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $266.

What to Know When Shopping for 1 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $12,782 or more.
  2. Focus on the 4Cs that matter most to you. Color and clarity grades drive price more than cut in many segments, but cut affects sparkle the most.
  3. The median price of $446 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
  4. Consider eye-clean alternatives. Moving one clarity grade down (e.g., VS2 to SI1) can save 10-15% with no visible difference to the naked eye.
  5. Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
  6. Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
  7. Cushion cuts come in standard and modified brilliant varieties. Modified brilliants tend to show more fire, while standard cushions have broader facets.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 7,439 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $266 and go up to $13,048.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $476 with a median around $446.

The observed spread is roughly $12,782 across tracked listings, which is about 98.0% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.

We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.

Based on our data, the median price is $446, which represents the midpoint of the market. Anything below this figure from a reputable retailer is a solid deal.

We currently track this stone category across 12 online retailers, giving you a broad view of the competitive landscape.

For most buyers, color differences below G are hard to detect once set in a ring. Clarity grades of VS2 and above are typically eye-clean. Prioritize cut quality for maximum brilliance, then balance color and clarity based on your budget.

Retailer pricing strategies, overhead costs, and margin targets all contribute. The exact certified diamond can differ by $12,782 across sellers, which is why direct certified-diamond comparison is essential.

We match diamonds across retailers by their certification lab and certificate number. This means the prices you see are for the exact same physical diamond, not just stones with similar specs. It is a true apples-to-apples comparison.

Diamond prices fluctuate based on supply and demand. Our data refreshes regularly so you can track trends over time. Use the price range on this page as a benchmark and compare it to historical averages when available.

Diamond Terminology

Carat
A unit of weight for diamonds equal to 200 milligrams. Larger carat weights are exponentially rarer, which is why prices increase non-linearly with size.
Cut
Refers to how well a diamond's facets interact with light. Cut quality ranges from Ideal to Poor and is the single biggest factor affecting a diamond's brilliance.
Color
Grades a diamond's lack of color on a scale from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). Grades D-F are considered colorless; G-J are near-colorless and offer good value.
Clarity
Measures the presence of internal inclusions or surface blemishes. Grades range from Flawless (FL) to Included (I3). Most inclusions in VS2 and above are invisible to the naked eye.

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