1 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 1 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $330 to $2,525, with an average price of $539.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.8%.Compare 1,948 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
1 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,948 verified 1-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $330 to $2,525, with an average asking price of $539 and a median of $505.
The price spread of $2,195 (86.9% 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.
1,948 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $330 to $2,525
Average price: $539
Median price: $505
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 86.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,948
$330
$539
$505
$2,525
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 71.5%0.95ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $639
Compare at $2,240
IGISave 60.4%0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $419
Compare at $1,060
IGISave 57.6%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $517
Compare at $1,220
IGI0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $493
Compare at $521
IGISave 53.8%0.95ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $471
Compare at $1,020
IGISave 39%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $400
Compare at $656
IGISave 38.9%0.95ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $365
Compare at $598
0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $408
Compare at $1,330
IGISave 62.7%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $384
Compare at $1,030
IGISave 70.6%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $400
Compare at $1,360
IGISave 54.2%0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $372
Compare at $812
IGISave 52.3%0.95ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $462
Compare at $969
IGISave 35.3%0.95ct | Heart | K | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,935
Compare at $2,991
IGISave 72.1%0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $630
Compare at $2,260
IGISave 46.8%0.95ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $426
Compare at $801
IGISave 39.1%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $521
Compare at $855
IGISave 61.1%0.95ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $373
Compare at $957
IGISave 59.3%0.95ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $396
Compare at $974
IGISave 59.1%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $557
Compare at $1,360
IGISave 52.3%0.95ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $427
Compare at $896
IGISave 55.4%0.95ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $451
Compare at $1,010
IGISave 54.2%0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $372
Compare at $812
IGISave 59.7%0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $419
Compare at $1,040
IGISave 70.6%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $400
Compare at $1,360
IGISave 64.8%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $374
Compare at $1,060
IGISave 70.6%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $400
Compare at $1,360
IGISave 52.8%0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $377
Compare at $800
IGISave 67.2%0.95ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $456
Compare at $1,390
IGISave 57.7%0.95ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $450
Compare at $1,064
IGISave 56.9%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $513
Compare at $1,191
IGISave 47.7%0.95ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $345
Compare at $660
IGISave 51.5%0.95ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $388
Compare at $800
IGI0.95ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $493
Compare at $521
IGISave 54.2%0.95ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $471
Compare at $1,030
IGISave 67.2%0.95ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Very Good
From $456
Compare at $1,390
IGISave 70.6%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $400
Compare at $1,360
IGISave 72.5%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $548
Compare at $1,990
IGI0.95ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $471
Compare at $498
IGISave 61.5%0.95ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $353
Compare at $917
IGISave 72.7%0.95ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $369
Compare at $1,350
IGISave 52.2%0.96ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $457
Compare at $957
0.96ct | Heart | E | IF | Ideal
From $700
Compare at $1,730
IGISave 68.4%0.96ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $433
Compare at $1,370
IGI0.96ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $498
Compare at $526
IGISave 64%0.96ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $433
Compare at $1,200
IGISave 54.2%0.96ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $380
Compare at $830
IGISave 54.2%0.96ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $380
Compare at $830
IGISave 57.3%0.96ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $474
Compare at $1,112
IGI0.96ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $541
Compare at $572
IGISave 51.6%0.96ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $548
Compare at $1,132
Entry pricing in this category starts around $330.
What to Know When Shopping for 1 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $2,195 or more.
- 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.
- The median price of $505 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
- 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.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Heart-shaped diamonds require excellent symmetry to look balanced. Aim for carat weights above 0.5 where the shape is clearly visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 1,948 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $330 and go up to $2,525.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $539 with a median around $505.
The observed spread is roughly $2,195 across tracked listings, which is about 86.9% 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 $505, 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 10 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 $2,195 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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