5.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 5.5 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $1,291 to $41,350, with an average price of $2,731.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 6.2%.Compare 77 verified listings across 5 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 77 verified 5.5-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 5 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $1,291 to $41,350, with an average asking price of $2,731 and a median of $1,698.
The price spread of $40,059 (96.9% 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.
77 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $1,291 to $41,350
Average price: $2,731
Median price: $1,698
Available across 5 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
77
$1,291
$2,731
$1,698
$41,350
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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IGISave 84.5%5.46ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $2,098
Compare at $13,550
IGISave 88.2%5.46ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,605
Compare at $13,560
IGISave 77.4%5.46ct | Heart | H | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,052
Compare at $9,070
GIASave 77.1%5.47ct | Heart | D | IF | Excellent
From $41,350
Compare at $180,290
IGISave 76.5%5.47ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,897
Compare at $12,310
IGISave 61.4%5.48ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,684
Compare at $4,359
IGISave 90%5.49ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,366
Compare at $13,620
IGISave 89.1%5.49ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,476
Compare at $13,560
IGISave 51.7%5.5ct | Heart | D | IF | Ideal
From $18,811
Compare at $38,981
IGISave 78.7%5.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,490
Compare at $6,980
IGISave 72.4%5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,417
Compare at $12,380
IGISave 87.7%5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,527
Compare at $12,410
IGISave 50.2%5.5ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Good
From $2,849
Compare at $5,717
IGISave 85.3%5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,811
Compare at $12,330
IGISave 86.4%5.5ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,203
Compare at $16,250
IGISave 49.8%5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Good
From $1,910
Compare at $3,800
IGISave 78.6%5.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,653
Compare at $12,410
IGISave 51.6%5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,910
Compare at $3,949
IGISave 85.1%5.5ct | Heart | E | IF | Ideal
From $3,263
Compare at $21,880
IGISave 91%5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,604
Compare at $17,890
IGISave 76.9%5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,565
Compare at $15,440
IGISave 83.1%5.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,861
Compare at $10,990
IGISave 89.1%5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,480
Compare at $13,610
IGISave 86.8%5.51ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,137
Compare at $16,220
IGISave 86%5.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,548
Compare at $11,020
IGISave 86.8%5.51ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,137
Compare at $16,220
IGISave 87.6%5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,540
Compare at $12,430
IGISave 57.8%5.51ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,856
Compare at $4,400
IGISave 64.4%5.51ct | Heart | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,491
Compare at $4,188
IGISave 80.8%5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,749
Compare at $19,480
IGISave 85.6%5.51ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,403
Compare at $9,730
IGISave 15.7%5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,581
Compare at $1,876
IGISave 87.6%5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,537
Compare at $12,400
IGISave 84.6%5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,908
Compare at $12,400
IGISave 84.6%5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,913
Compare at $12,400
IGISave 20.5%5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,429
Compare at $1,798
IGISave 51.7%5.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,005
Compare at $6,222
IGISave 81.4%5.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,618
Compare at $8,690
IGISave 88.7%5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,560
Compare at $13,840
IGISave 78.9%5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,886
Compare at $13,660
IGISave 88.7%5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,551
Compare at $13,720
IGISave 86.3%5.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,507
Compare at $10,990
IGISave 88.9%5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,518
Compare at $13,690
IGISave 54.1%5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,861
Compare at $4,056
GIASave 22%5.52ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $9,690
Compare at $12,420
IGISave 81.2%5.52ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,967
Compare at $10,460
IGISave 89.1%5.52ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,488
Compare at $13,630
IGISave 84.1%5.52ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,296
Compare at $8,140
IGISave 87.6%5.52ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,542
Compare at $12,450
IGISave 86.6%5.52ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,833
Compare at $13,710
Entry pricing in this category starts around $1,291.
What to Know When Shopping for 5.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $40,059 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 $1,698 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 77 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $1,291 and go up to $41,350.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,731 with a median around $1,698.
The observed spread is roughly $40,059 across tracked listings, which is about 96.9% 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 $1,698, 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 5 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 $40,059 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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