4 Carat Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison

As of February 2026, the average price of a 4 carat lab grown diamond is $2,279.4 carat diamonds can cost anywhere from $629 to $68,529 depending on shape, color, clarity, and other factors.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 3.3%.Compare 19,764 verified listings across 13 retailers in the tables below.

Market Insights
Last updated: 2026-02-28

4 Carat Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview

CaratRadar currently tracks 19,764 verified 4-carat lab grown diamonds listed across 13 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $629 to $68,529, with an average asking price of $2,279 and a median of $1,363.

The price spread of $67,900 (99.1% 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.

  • 19,764 diamonds tracked in this segment

  • Price range: $629 to $68,529

  • Average price: $2,279

  • Median price: $1,363

  • Available across 13 retailers

  • Savings potential: up to 99.1%

Price Range Overview

As of Feb 28, 2026
Spread $67,900

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

$629$68,529
Tracked

19,764

Lowest

$629

Average

$2,279

Median

$1,363

Highest

$68,529

Price History

Price Comparison Matrix

4 Carat Lab Grown Diamond Prices by Shape

Shape-level averages for this carat and type. Open each shape page for full market detail.

ShapeAverage PriceListingsPage
Round$1,9435,466View
Radiant$2,0513,547View
Oval$2,6553,424View
Cushion$2,8161,736View
Emerald$2,9901,714View
Pear$1,8201,369View
Princess$1,7711,125View
Heart$1,559686View
Marquise$2,362464View
Asscher$3,991461View
Antique$4,0055View

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4ct | Antique | FANCY | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 62.8%

4ct | Antique | FANCY | VS1 | Ideal

From $2,938

Compare at $7,900

2 stores
4.01ct | Antique | FANCY | VVS2 | GoodIGI
Save 59.3%

4.01ct | Antique | FANCY | VVS2 | Good

From $8,406

Compare at $20,660

2 stores
4.01ct | Antique | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 75.2%

4.01ct | Antique | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,242

Compare at $9,040

3 stores
4.02ct | Antique | FANCY | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 62.8%

4.02ct | Antique | FANCY | VVS2 | Ideal

From $3,451

Compare at $9,280

2 stores
4.02ct | Antique | D | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 68.1%

4.02ct | Antique | D | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,987

Compare at $9,370

3 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 82.3%

3.96ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Excellent

From $5,215

Compare at $29,450

8 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 18.5%

3.96ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,046

Compare at $1,283

2 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 86.7%

3.96ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,033

Compare at $7,790

4 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | D | IF | ExcellentGIA
Save 56%

3.96ct | Asscher | D | IF | Excellent

From $15,864

Compare at $36,036

4 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 77.4%

3.96ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,489

Compare at $6,600

3 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 49.4%

3.96ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Excellent

From $2,356

Compare at $4,660

2 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | ExcellentIGI
Save 84.7%

3.96ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Excellent

From $950

Compare at $6,220

5 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | D | IF | IdealIGI

3.96ct | Asscher | D | IF | Ideal

From $20,037

Compare at $21,150

2 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 79.3%

3.96ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,287

Compare at $6,220

5 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | E | SI1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 42.4%

3.96ct | Asscher | E | SI1 | Excellent

From $2,315

Compare at $4,020

2 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 69.7%

3.96ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,033

Compare at $3,405

2 stores
3.96ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 42.9%

3.96ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $2,646

Compare at $4,630

2 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 67.7%

3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $1,064

Compare at $3,295

2 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 69.2%

3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,050

Compare at $3,410

2 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 73.7%

3.97ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,148

Compare at $4,365

2 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 85.4%

3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,103

Compare at $7,530

3 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 84.2%

3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Excellent

From $888

Compare at $5,620

6 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 56.7%

3.97ct | Asscher | D | IF | Ideal

From $16,876

Compare at $38,971

4 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 82.4%

3.97ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,050

Compare at $5,950

3 stores
3.97ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 82.6%

3.97ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $842

Compare at $4,840

5 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 42.8%

3.98ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,660

Compare at $4,650

2 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | ExcellentIGI
Save 42.8%

3.98ct | Asscher | G | VS1 | Excellent

From $2,407

Compare at $4,210

2 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 78%

3.98ct | Asscher | D | IF | Ideal

From $12,095

Compare at $55,020

6 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 69.6%

3.98ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,038

Compare at $3,420

2 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 56.4%

3.98ct | Asscher | D | VS1 | Very Good

From $1,979

Compare at $4,539

4 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 43.3%

3.98ct | Asscher | G | VVS2 | Excellent

From $2,691

Compare at $4,748

2 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 50.2%

3.98ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $2,542

Compare at $5,100

2 stores
3.98ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 74.3%

3.98ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,124

Compare at $4,375

2 stores
3.99ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 81.6%

3.99ct | Asscher | E | VVS2 | Ideal

From $1,085

Compare at $5,910

3 stores
3.99ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 85.7%

3.99ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $899

Compare at $6,310

6 stores
3.99ct | Asscher | D | IF | IdealIGI
Save 56.7%

3.99ct | Asscher | D | IF | Ideal

From $16,959

Compare at $39,165

4 stores
3.99ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 42.9%

3.99ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $2,666

Compare at $4,670

2 stores
3.99ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 42.9%

3.99ct | Asscher | E | VS2 | Ideal

From $2,666

Compare at $4,670

2 stores
3.99ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | IdealIGI
Save 50.1%

3.99ct | Asscher | F | VVS2 | Ideal

From $2,504

Compare at $5,020

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 59.4%

4ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Very Good

From $21,370

Compare at $52,589

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | D | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 78.3%

4ct | Asscher | D | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,935

Compare at $8,900

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | ExcellentGIA
Save 33.3%

4ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | Excellent

From $2,601

Compare at $3,899

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | IdealGIA
Save 11.5%

4ct | Asscher | F | VS2 | Ideal

From $6,550

Compare at $7,400

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | IdealIGI
Save 86.6%

4ct | Asscher | G | VS2 | Ideal

From $1,024

Compare at $7,620

5 stores
4ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 58.3%

4ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Ideal

From $16,350

Compare at $39,197

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 58.3%

4ct | Asscher | H | VS1 | Ideal

From $16,350

Compare at $39,197

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | K | SI1 | Very GoodIGI
Save 44.3%

4ct | Asscher | K | SI1 | Very Good

From $1,348

Compare at $2,420

3 stores
4ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 75.7%

4ct | Asscher | F | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,604

Compare at $6,600

3 stores
4ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Very GoodIGI
Save 17.3%

4ct | Asscher | D | VVS2 | Very Good

From $1,024

Compare at $1,238

2 stores
4ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | IdealIGI
Save 84.2%

4ct | Asscher | E | VS1 | Ideal

From $1,561

Compare at $9,900

3 stores

Entry pricing in this category starts around $629.

What to Know When Shopping for 4 Carat Lab Grown Diamonds

  1. Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $67,900 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 $1,363 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

We currently track 19,764 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $629 and go up to $68,529.

Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,279 with a median around $1,363.

The observed spread is roughly $67,900 across tracked listings, which is about 99.1% 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 $1,363, 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 $67,900 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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