2.8 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 2.8 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $683 to $12,620, with an average price of $1,414.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.6%.Compare 289 verified listings across 8 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.8 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 289 verified 2.8-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 8 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $683 to $12,620, with an average asking price of $1,414 and a median of $1,015.
The price spread of $11,936 (94.6% 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.
289 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $683 to $12,620
Average price: $1,414
Median price: $1,015
Available across 8 retailers
Savings potential: up to 94.6%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
289
$683
$1,414
$1,015
$12,620
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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GIASave 60.1%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,142
Compare at $5,370
GIASave 81.9%2.75ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,394
Compare at $18,800
GIASave 67.1%2.75ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,029
Compare at $6,160
IGISave 77.9%2.75ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,280
Compare at $5,790
IGISave 80.5%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $868
Compare at $4,460
IGISave 65.2%2.75ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $815
Compare at $2,343
IGISave 85.3%2.75ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $758
Compare at $5,160
IGISave 85.7%2.75ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,028
Compare at $7,170
IGISave 79.2%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $873
Compare at $4,200
IGISave 53.4%2.75ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,171
Compare at $2,516
IGISave 84.4%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $1,191
Compare at $7,640
IGISave 85%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $967
Compare at $6,460
IGISave 81.1%2.75ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,868
Compare at $9,880
IGISave 77.3%2.75ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,080
Compare at $4,750
IGISave 84.4%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,032
Compare at $6,620
IGISave 61.7%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,623
Compare at $4,240
IGISave 62.1%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $911
Compare at $2,401
IGISave 89.9%2.75ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $772
Compare at $7,660
IGISave 85.3%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $967
Compare at $6,590
IGISave 85%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $967
Compare at $6,460
IGISave 85%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $967
Compare at $6,460
IGISave 76.9%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,032
Compare at $4,460
IGISave 81.4%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,204
Compare at $6,460
IGISave 69.4%2.75ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $764
Compare at $2,499
IGISave 84.7%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,037
Compare at $6,760
IGISave 61.3%2.75ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,689
Compare at $4,360
IGISave 84.7%2.75ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,037
Compare at $6,760
IGISave 76%2.75ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,207
Compare at $5,023
IGISave 81.8%2.75ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $895
Compare at $4,920
GIASave 63.7%2.75ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,863
Compare at $5,130
GIASave 64.9%2.75ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,915
Compare at $5,460
IGISave 80.1%2.75ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,073
Compare at $5,380
IGISave 84.1%2.75ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $828
Compare at $5,220
IGISave 78%2.75ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $925
Compare at $4,200
IGISave 57.4%2.75ct | Heart | G | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,844
Compare at $4,330
IGISave 84.4%2.75ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $940
Compare at $6,010
IGISave 85.8%2.75ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $820
Compare at $5,790
IGISave 65.4%2.76ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $798
Compare at $2,306
IGISave 81.4%2.76ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,208
Compare at $6,480
IGISave 85%2.76ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $969
Compare at $6,480
IGISave 59.9%2.76ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Good
From $3,417
Compare at $8,518
IGISave 87.4%2.76ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $734
Compare at $5,840
IGISave 46.5%2.76ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Excellent
From $2,207
Compare at $4,123
IGISave 82.7%2.76ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,554
Compare at $8,980
IGISave 36.1%2.76ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,007
Compare at $1,575
IGISave 84.4%2.76ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $943
Compare at $6,030
IGISave 85%2.76ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $969
Compare at $6,480
IGISave 82%2.76ct | Heart | D | IF | Very Good
From $3,573
Compare at $19,850
IGISave 77.9%2.76ct | Heart | D | VVS1 | Ideal
From $1,965
Compare at $8,880
IGISave 81.3%2.76ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,112
Compare at $5,940
Entry pricing in this category starts around $683.
What to Know When Shopping for 2.8 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $11,936 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 $1,015 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 289 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $683 and go up to $12,620.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $1,414 with a median around $1,015.
The observed spread is roughly $11,936 across tracked listings, which is about 94.6% 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 $1,015, 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 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 $11,936 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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