2.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 2.5 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $110 to $8,147, with an average price of $1,954.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 6.4%.Compare 774 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 774 verified 2.5-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $110 to $8,147, with an average asking price of $1,954 and a median of $1,395.
The price spread of $8,037 (98.6% 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.
774 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $110 to $8,147
Average price: $1,954
Median price: $1,395
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.6%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
774
$110
$1,954
$1,395
$8,147
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 52.1%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | H | VS2 | Very Good
From $460
Compare at $961
Save 71.9%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $513
Compare at $1,827
Save 56.5%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $528
Compare at $1,214
Save 60.5%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $534
Compare at $1,351
Save 58%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $538
Compare at $1,282
Save 60.3%IGI | 2.58ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $538
Compare at $1,356
Save 58%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $538
Compare at $1,282
Save 70%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $540
Compare at $1,802
Save 59.1%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $546
Compare at $1,334
Save 41.7%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $547
Compare at $938
Save 43.3%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $547
Compare at $964
Save 78.8%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $552
Compare at $2,600
Save 52.6%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $553
Compare at $1,166
Save 58.8%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $556
Compare at $1,351
Save 57.5%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $557
Compare at $1,310
Save 53.1%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $559
Compare at $1,193
Save 58.8%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $562
Compare at $1,364
Save 79.9%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $564
Compare at $2,810
Save 58%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $564
Compare at $1,344
Save 67%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $566
Compare at $1,715
Save 61.2%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $566
Compare at $1,458
Save 60.9%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $566
Compare at $1,449
Save 60%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $567
Compare at $1,417
Save 79.9%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $568
Compare at $2,830
IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $568
Compare at $1,548
Save 47.6%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $570
Compare at $1,087
Save 79.9%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $573
Compare at $2,850
Save 68.5%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $575
Compare at $1,823
Save 57.9%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $575
Compare at $1,366
Save 53.5%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $576
Compare at $1,239
Save 52.9%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $578
Compare at $1,226
Save 56.5%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $579
Compare at $1,330
Save 26.4%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $581
Compare at $789
Save 55.7%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $582
Compare at $1,315
Save 55.8%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $585
Compare at $1,324
Save 55.8%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $585
Compare at $1,324
Save 60.7%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $586
Compare at $1,490
Save 13.9%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Good
From $587
Compare at $682
Save 57.1%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $588
Compare at $1,371
Save 52.2%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VS2 | Very Good
From $590
Compare at $1,235
Save 56.4%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $591
Compare at $1,354
Save 56.4%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $591
Compare at $1,354
Save 56.4%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $591
Compare at $1,354
Save 56.4%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $591
Compare at $1,354
Save 53.5%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $592
Compare at $1,272
Save 56.5%IGI | 2.58ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $594
Compare at $1,364
Save 56.6%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $596
Compare at $1,373
IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $596
Compare at $1,753
IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $596
Compare at $1,788
Save 56.6%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $596
Compare at $1,373
Entry pricing in this category 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 $8,037 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 $1,395 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 774 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $110 and go up to $8,147.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,954 with a median around $1,395.
The observed spread is roughly $8,037 across tracked listings, which is about 98.6% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on completed market data, the fair market benchmark is $1,954. The median price is $1,395, 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 8 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 $8,037 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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