2.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of July 2026, 2.5 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $110 to $7,988, with an average price of $1,890.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.8%.Compare 735 verified listings across 10 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 735 verified 2.5-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 10 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $110 to $7,988, with an average asking price of $1,890 and a median of $1,352.
The price spread of $7,878 (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.
735 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $110 to $7,988
Average price: $1,890
Median price: $1,352
Available across 10 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Jul 11, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
735
$110
$1,890
$1,352
$7,988
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $440
Compare at $459
IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $442
Compare at $461
Save 22.3%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $476
Compare at $613
Save 75.5%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $483
Compare at $1,969
Save 56.4%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $488
Compare at $1,118
IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $493
Compare at $513
Save 58.6%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $496
Compare at $1,198
IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $501
Compare at $522
Save 58%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $505
Compare at $1,201
Save 70.4%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $511
Compare at $1,729
Save 70.4%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $511
Compare at $1,729
Save 74.3%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $511
Compare at $1,986
Save 73.8%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $513
Compare at $1,957
IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $515
Compare at $540
Save 62.8%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $521
Compare at $1,401
Save 74.3%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $524
Compare at $2,035
Save 68.9%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $524
Compare at $1,686
Save 51.9%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $524
Compare at $1,089
Save 56.7%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $525
Compare at $1,213
Save 71%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $526
Compare at $1,811
Save 71%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $526
Compare at $1,813
Save 50%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $526
Compare at $1,052
Save 56.7%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $527
Compare at $1,217
Save 56.7%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $531
Compare at $1,226
Save 54.2%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $533
Compare at $1,163
Save 74.2%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $534
Compare at $2,066
Save 61.4%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $535
Compare at $1,387
Save 72.7%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $536
Compare at $1,963
Save 69%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $536
Compare at $1,729
Save 63.2%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $540
Compare at $1,468
Save 74.2%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $541
Compare at $2,095
Save 68.9%IGI | 2.59ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $545
Compare at $1,753
Save 56.1%IGI | 2.54ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $546
Compare at $1,245
Save 55.7%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $548
Compare at $1,237
Save 71%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $552
Compare at $1,902
Save 71%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $552
Compare at $1,902
Save 72.5%IGI | 2.52ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $553
Compare at $2,009
Save 71.1%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $557
Compare at $1,928
Save 66.6%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $560
Compare at $1,675
Save 71.1%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $561
Compare at $1,944
Save 65.1%IGI | 2.53ct | Heart | G | SI1 | Very Good
From $562
Compare at $1,612
Save 79.8%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $562
Compare at $2,780
Save 71.2%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $562
Compare at $1,949
Save 20.6%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $568
Compare at $715
Save 61.5%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $568
Compare at $1,475
Save 67.3%IGI | 2.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $568
Compare at $1,736
Save 69.8%IGI | 2.55ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Excellent
From $569
Compare at $1,882
Save 59.6%IGI | 2.56ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $572
Compare at $1,417
Save 78.9%IGI | 2.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $573
Compare at $2,710
Save 65.6%IGI | 2.57ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $574
Compare at $1,670
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 $7,878 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 $1,352 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 735 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $110 and go up to $7,988.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,890 with a median around $1,352.
The observed spread is roughly $7,878 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 $1,890. The median price is $1,352, 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 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 $7,878 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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