3 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, 3 carat cushion lab grown diamonds usually range from $585 to $22,130, with an average price of $2,088.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 2.8%.Compare 3,767 verified listings across 13 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

3 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 3,767 verified 3-carat cushion lab grown diamonds listed across 13 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $585 to $22,130, with an average asking price of $2,088 and a median of $1,289.

The price spread of $21,545 (97.4% 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.

  • 3,767 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $585 to $22,130

  • Average price: $2,088

  • Median price: $1,289

  • Available across 13 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 97.4%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $21,545

Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.

$585$22,130
Tracked

3,767

Lowest

$585

Average

$2,088

Median

$1,289

Highest

$22,130

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

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2.96ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 20.2%

2.96ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Very Good

From $875

Compare at $1,096

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 66.5%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,924

Compare at $5,750

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 72.6%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,209

Compare at $4,420

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 87%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $831

Compare at $6,380

4 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | GoodIGI
Save 72.8%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | Good

From $4,662

Compare at $17,155

7 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 20.2%

2.96ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $977

Compare at $1,225

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 67.3%

2.96ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,079

Compare at $3,300

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 20.2%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,028

Compare at $1,289

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 68.5%

2.96ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Excellent

From $3,016

Compare at $9,570

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 84.6%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,284

Compare at $8,340

5 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 76.1%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,861

Compare at $7,770

4 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | IdealIGI
Save 82.4%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | VVS1 | Ideal

From $1,688

Compare at $9,590

5 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 84.8%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,077

Compare at $7,080

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 70%

2.96ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,053

Compare at $3,510

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | FL | IdealGIA
Save 12.3%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | FL | Ideal

From $17,710

Compare at $20,204

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 72.8%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,082

Compare at $3,980

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | FANCY | VVS2 | GoodIGI
Save 55.1%

2.96ct | Cushion | FANCY | VVS2 | Good

From $2,071

Compare at $4,608

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 73.7%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | VS1 | Ideal

From $792

Compare at $3,015

4 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 55.3%

2.96ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Excellent

From $875

Compare at $1,958

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 19.2%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,491

Compare at $1,846

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentIGI
Save 59.7%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $5,327

Compare at $13,223

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 55.3%

2.96ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very Good

From $794

Compare at $1,777

3 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 62.1%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,924

Compare at $5,080

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 63.7%

2.96ct | Cushion | G | VVS2 | Excellent

From $653

Compare at $1,799

4 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | FANCY | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 45.5%

2.96ct | Cushion | FANCY | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,135

Compare at $2,081

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 82.1%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $3,870

Compare at $21,590

5 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 84.9%

2.96ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,495

Compare at $9,930

4 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 17.7%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $5,793

Compare at $7,043

2 stores
2.96ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 84.7%

2.96ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,568

Compare at $10,250

4 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 56.9%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,042

Compare at $2,420

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 20.2%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,052

Compare at $1,319

2 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 20.2%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,011

Compare at $1,268

2 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 84%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,005

Compare at $6,300

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 76.1%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,867

Compare at $7,800

4 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 69.2%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,093

Compare at $3,550

2 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 58.7%

2.97ct | Cushion | F | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,780

Compare at $4,312

2 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 80.7%

2.97ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,404

Compare at $7,280

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 61.2%

2.97ct | Cushion | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,028

Compare at $2,647

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 24.1%

2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS2 | Very Good

From $703

Compare at $926

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 23.9%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS2 | Very Good

From $940

Compare at $1,234

2 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 79.6%

2.97ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $3,831

Compare at $18,790

4 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | IdealGIA
Save 77%

2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,694

Compare at $7,370

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 79.6%

2.97ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $3,831

Compare at $18,790

5 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 79.6%

2.97ct | Cushion | D | IF | Excellent

From $3,831

Compare at $18,790

5 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 73.1%

2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,022

Compare at $3,800

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 53.3%

2.97ct | Cushion | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,251

Compare at $2,681

2 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 81.2%

2.97ct | Cushion | G | VS1 | Ideal

From $904

Compare at $4,800

3 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 84.5%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,213

Compare at $7,800

5 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 74.2%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,085

Compare at $4,210

2 stores
2.97ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 62.2%

2.97ct | Cushion | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $1,248

Compare at $3,302

3 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $585.

What to Know When Shopping for 3 Carat Cushion Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $21,545 or more.
  2. 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.
  3. The median price of $1,289 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
  4. 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.
  5. Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
  6. Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
  7. Cushion cuts come in standard and modified brilliant varieties. Modified brilliants tend to show more fire, while standard cushions have broader facets.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 3,767 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $585 and go up to $22,130.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,088 with a median around $1,289.

The observed spread is roughly $21,545 across tracked listings, which is about 97.4% 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 $1,289, 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 13 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 $21,545 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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