5.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 5.5 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $850 to $29,688, with an average price of $4,757.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 1.6%.Compare 114 verified listings across 5 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 114 verified 5.5-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 5 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $850 to $29,688, with an average asking price of $4,757 and a median of $3,578.
The price spread of $28,838 (97.1% 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.
114 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $850 to $29,688
Average price: $4,757
Median price: $3,578
Available across 5 retailers
Savings potential: up to 97.1%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
114
$850
$4,757
$3,578
$29,688
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
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Save 40.1%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | D | IF | Ideal
From $18,811
Compare at $31,429
IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | IF | Ideal
From $3,744
Compare at $3,845
Save 86.3%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,631
Compare at $11,950
Save 41.6%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,893
Compare at $3,244
Save 15.5%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,795
Compare at $2,124
Save 84.7%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,893
Compare at $12,410
Save 77.1%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Excellent
From $3,564
Compare at $15,530
Save 83.1%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,104
Compare at $12,420
Save 84.2%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,575
Compare at $16,250
Save 84.7%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,903
Compare at $12,410
Save 85.5%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,795
Compare at $12,420
Save 41.3%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | FANCY | VS1 | Good
From $5,128
Compare at $8,736
Save 85.5%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,795
Compare at $12,400
Save 49.7%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Good
From $1,860
Compare at $3,702
Save 88%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,664
Compare at $13,810
Save 30.4%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,640
Compare at $5,230
Save 86%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,944
Compare at $13,850
Save 71.3%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $3,149
Compare at $10,980
Save 83.4%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,830
Compare at $11,010
Save 12.6%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,880
Compare at $2,152
Save 28.5%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,262
Compare at $3,161
Save 75.8%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,977
Compare at $8,180
Save 86.4%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,888
Compare at $13,840
Save 46.1%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $2,220
Compare at $4,116
Save 84.2%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,564
Compare at $16,280
Save 82.2%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS1 | Ideal
From $3,165
Compare at $17,800
Save 32.6%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,839
Compare at $2,729
Save 82.9%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,880
Compare at $11,010
Save 64.3%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,876
Compare at $5,251
Save 84.2%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,564
Compare at $16,280
Save 84.9%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,880
Compare at $12,420
Save 18.3%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,667
Compare at $2,041
Save 85.5%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,798
Compare at $12,440
Save 83.3%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,847
Compare at $11,030
Save 86.6%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,831
Compare at $13,680
Save 85.2%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,845
Compare at $12,430
Save 85.5%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,798
Compare at $12,440
Save 44.6%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,861
Compare at $3,360
Save 38.1%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,651
Compare at $2,667
Save 77.1%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VS2 | Very Good
From $2,034
Compare at $8,900
Save 87.4%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,724
Compare at $13,680
Save 86.9%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,798
Compare at $13,680
Save 70.3%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,300
Compare at $4,382
Save 12.2%GIA | 5.52ct | Heart | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $9,690
Compare at $11,040
Save 71.5%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,509
Compare at $8,790
Save 86.2%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,908
Compare at $13,800
Save 84.8%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,884
Compare at $12,370
Save 42.2%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $2,062
Compare at $3,567
Save 74.1%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,833
Compare at $7,070
Save 77.2%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,043
Compare at $8,940
Entry pricing in this category starts around $850.
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 $28,838 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 $3,578 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 114 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $850 and go up to $29,688.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $4,757 with a median around $3,578.
The observed spread is roughly $28,838 across tracked listings, which is about 97.1% 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 $3,578, 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 $28,838 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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