2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.6 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $593 to $6,050, with an average price of $1,154.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2.3%.Compare 683 verified listings across 9 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 683 verified 2.6-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 9 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $593 to $6,050, with an average asking price of $1,154 and a median of $942.
The price spread of $5,457 (90.2% 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 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.
683 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $593 to $6,050
Average price: $1,154
Median price: $942
Available across 9 retailers
Savings potential: up to 90.2%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
683
$593
$1,154
$942
$6,050
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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HRDSave 62.1%2.55ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $896
Compare at $2,364
HRDSave 62.5%2.55ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $855
Compare at $2,282
GIASave 58.9%2.55ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,865
Compare at $4,540
GIASave 68.5%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,850
Compare at $5,880
GIASave 77%2.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,763
Compare at $7,660
IGISave 81.6%2.55ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $640
Compare at $3,480
IGISave 82.4%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $868
Compare at $4,920
IGISave 28.4%2.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $746
Compare at $1,043
IGISave 76.2%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,499
Compare at $6,300
IGISave 36.7%2.55ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $879
Compare at $1,389
IGISave 83%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $838
Compare at $4,920
IGISave 84.4%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,194
Compare at $7,660
IGISave 85%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $886
Compare at $5,920
IGISave 84%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $936
Compare at $5,860
IGISave 47.3%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $752
Compare at $1,428
IGISave 29.1%2.55ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $690
Compare at $973
IGISave 64%2.55ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $782
Compare at $2,175
IGISave 86.9%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $711
Compare at $5,430
IGISave 85.8%2.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $604
Compare at $4,240
IGISave 86.8%2.55ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $703
Compare at $5,330
IGISave 49.7%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $887
Compare at $1,764
IGISave 30.4%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $4,090
Compare at $5,880
IGISave 73.6%2.55ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,043
Compare at $3,950
IGISave 65.1%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $880
Compare at $2,523
IGISave 78.7%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,010
Compare at $4,740
IGISave 73.9%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,302
Compare at $4,980
IGISave 83.2%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,001
Compare at $5,945
GIASave 61.3%2.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,030
Compare at $2,662
IGISave 59.8%2.55ct | Heart | I | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,114
Compare at $2,770
IGISave 68.9%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $938
Compare at $3,012
IGISave 76.1%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,814
Compare at $7,580
IGISave 81.9%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $636
Compare at $3,520
IGISave 84.3%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $887
Compare at $5,670
IGISave 85.1%2.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $608
Compare at $4,080
IGISave 85.5%2.55ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $962
Compare at $6,630
IGISave 85.8%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $839
Compare at $5,930
IGISave 68.4%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $732
Compare at $2,318
IGISave 84%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $887
Compare at $5,550
IGISave 84.6%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $937
Compare at $6,100
IGISave 53.4%2.55ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,492
Compare at $3,200
GIASave 77.8%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,785
Compare at $8,030
IGISave 57.8%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $869
Compare at $2,058
IGISave 78.3%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,068
Compare at $4,920
IGISave 41.6%2.55ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $930
Compare at $1,593
IGISave 41.6%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $878
Compare at $1,504
IGISave 83.7%2.55ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $877
Compare at $5,390
IGISave 56.2%2.55ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $992
Compare at $2,268
IGISave 47.8%2.55ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,281
Compare at $2,451
IGISave 56.2%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $957
Compare at $2,187
IGISave 84.6%2.55ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $853
Compare at $5,540
Entry pricing in this category starts around $593.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.6 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $5,457 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 $942 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 683 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $593 and go up to $6,050.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,154 with a median around $942.
The observed spread is roughly $5,457 across tracked listings, which is about 90.2% 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 $942, 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 9 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 $5,457 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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