2.8 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 2.8 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $393 to $12,971, with an average price of $2,356.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 8.7%.Compare 104 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
2.8 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 104 verified 2.8-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $393 to $12,971, with an average asking price of $2,356 and a median of $1,642.
The price spread of $12,578 (97.0% 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.
104 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $393 to $12,971
Average price: $2,356
Median price: $1,642
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.0%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
104
$393
$2,356
$1,643
$12,971
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 71.9%IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $571
Compare at $2,031
Save 69.9%IGI | 2.84ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $590
Compare at $1,961
Save 63.9%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $630
Compare at $1,746
Save 58.7%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $649
Compare at $1,573
Save 52.7%IGI | 2.8ct | Heart | E | SI1 | Very Good
From $654
Compare at $1,383
Save 52.2%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $655
Compare at $1,371
Save 61.4%IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $656
Compare at $1,701
IGI | 2.8ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $657
Compare at $2,120
IGI | 2.86ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $671
Compare at $2,165
Save 59.7%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $672
Compare at $1,669
Save 60.9%IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $672
Compare at $1,720
Save 59.8%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $694
Compare at $1,727
Save 72.4%IGI | 2.83ct | Heart | FANCY | VVS2 | Very Good
From $695
Compare at $2,517
Save 54%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $699
Compare at $1,519
Save 70%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $717
Compare at $2,393
Save 58.9%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $723
Compare at $1,761
Save 58.1%IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $731
Compare at $1,744
Save 58.3%IGI | 2.83ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $736
Compare at $1,767
Save 80%IGI | 2.89ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $746
Compare at $3,730
Save 57.5%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $750
Compare at $1,763
Save 54.3%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $757
Compare at $1,656
Save 49.7%IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $758
Compare at $1,507
Save 38.4%IGI | 2.85ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $767
Compare at $1,245
Save 55%IGI | 2.8ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $767
Compare at $1,705
Save 50.6%IGI | 2.85ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $770
Compare at $1,559
Save 79.9%IGI | 2.83ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $771
Compare at $3,830
Save 37.3%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $773
Compare at $1,234
Save 79.5%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $789
Compare at $3,850
Save 34.5%IGI | 2.86ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $813
Compare at $1,241
Save 72.4%IGI | 2.84ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Very Good
From $825
Compare at $2,985
Save 35.8%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $833
Compare at $1,298
Save 47.5%IGI | 2.8ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $843
Compare at $1,606
Save 45.6%IGI | 2.83ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $845
Compare at $1,554
Save 47.8%IGI | 2.82ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $849
Compare at $1,627
Save 63.9%IGI | 2.83ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $852
Compare at $2,360
Save 37.2%IGI | 2.89ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $853
Compare at $1,358
Save 36%IGI | 2.83ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $862
Compare at $1,347
IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $880
Compare at $975
Save 16.1%IGI | 2.85ct | Heart | H | VS1 | Ideal
From $883
Compare at $1,052
Save 42.5%IGI | 2.85ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $888
Compare at $1,544
Save 63.5%IGI | 2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $895
Compare at $2,455
Save 47.5%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $898
Compare at $1,711
Save 51.3%IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $899
Compare at $1,846
Save 48.9%IGI | 2.88ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $901
Compare at $1,763
Save 36.7%IGI | 2.84ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $903
Compare at $1,427
Save 41.7%IGI | 2.81ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $928
Compare at $1,592
Save 47.5%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $938
Compare at $1,785
Save 28.2%IGI | 2.86ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $946
Compare at $1,318
Save 41.7%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $968
Compare at $1,660
Save 49.4%IGI | 2.87ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Very Good
From $976
Compare at $1,931
Entry pricing in this category starts around $393.
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 $12,578 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 $1,642 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 104 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $393 and go up to $12,971.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,356 with a median around $1,642.
The observed spread is roughly $12,578 across tracked listings, which is about 97.0% 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 $2,356. The median price is $1,642, 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 7 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 $12,578 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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