2.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of October 2026, 2.5 carat heart lab grown diamonds in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range usually range from $110 to $13,861, with an average price of $1,854.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.3%.Compare 1,105 verified listings across 15 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 1,105 verified 2.5-carat heart lab grown diamonds in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range, listed across 15 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $110 to $13,861, with an average asking price of $1,854 and a median of $1,294.
The price spread of $13,751 (99.2% 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 use the same benchmark range throughout the page and 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.
1,105 diamonds tracked in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark
Price range: $110 to $13,861
Average price: $1,854
Median price: $1,294
Available across 15 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Oct 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
1,105
$110
$1,854
$1,294
$13,861
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 73.5%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $418
Compare at $1,580
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $434
Compare at $1,640
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $434
Compare at $1,640
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $442
Compare at $1,670
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $442
Compare at $1,670
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $445
Compare at $1,681
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $445
Compare at $1,681
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $446
Compare at $1,685
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $447
Compare at $1,688
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Good
From $455
Compare at $1,720
Save 62.8%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $455
Compare at $1,222
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $456
Compare at $1,723
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $459
Compare at $1,735
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $463
Compare at $1,747
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $466
Compare at $1,745
Save 59%IGI | 2.63ct | Heart | FANCY | SI1 | Good
From $468
Compare at $1,141
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $471
Compare at $1,764
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $471
Compare at $1,764
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $475
Compare at $1,779
Save 50.3%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | FANCY | SI1 | Very Good
From $477
Compare at $959
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.6ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $478
Compare at $1,789
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.6ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $478
Compare at $1,789
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.67ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $479
Compare at $1,795
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.64ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $479
Compare at $1,796
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $480
Compare at $1,797
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.71ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $481
Compare at $1,801
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $481
Compare at $1,801
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $483
Compare at $1,826
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $483
Compare at $1,807
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.58ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $484
Compare at $1,812
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $486
Compare at $1,821
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $487
Compare at $1,822
Save 71.5%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $489
Compare at $1,714
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $490
Compare at $1,836
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $492
Compare at $1,842
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $495
Compare at $1,854
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $495
Compare at $1,854
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $495
Compare at $1,853
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $495
Compare at $1,854
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $495
Compare at $1,853
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $496
Compare at $1,856
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $496
Compare at $1,856
Save 73.5%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $497
Compare at $1,879
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $500
Compare at $1,870
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $500
Compare at $1,872
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $501
Compare at $1,877
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | H | VVS2 | Ideal
From $502
Compare at $1,878
Save 71.2%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $502
Compare at $1,746
Save 73.7%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $504
Compare at $1,913
Save 73.3%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $505
Compare at $1,892
Entry pricing in this benchmark range starts around $110.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $13,751 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 $1,294 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 1,105 comparable stones in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range. Prices start around $110 and go up to $13,861.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,854 with a median around $1,294.
The observed spread is roughly $13,751 across tracked listings, which is about 99.2% from highest to lowest offer in the 2.50–2.74 carat benchmark range.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $1,854. The median price is $1,294, so offers between the median and fair benchmark can be reasonable, while reputable listings below the median may be especially competitive.
We currently track this stone category across 15 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 $13,751 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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