5.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of May 2026, 5.5 carat heart lab grown diamonds usually range from $850 to $23,666, with an average price of $4,103.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 10.3%.Compare 62 verified listings across 6 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5.5 Carat Heart Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 62 verified 5.5-carat heart lab grown diamonds listed across 6 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $850 to $23,666, with an average asking price of $4,103 and a median of $3,100.
The price spread of $22,816 (96.4% 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.
62 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $850 to $23,666
Average price: $4,103
Median price: $3,100
Available across 6 retailers
Savings potential: up to 96.4%
Price Range Overview
As of May 29, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
62
$850
$4,103
$3,100
$23,666
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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Save 75%IGI | 5.56ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,105
Compare at $4,416
Save 64.6%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,114
Compare at $3,151
Save 64.9%IGI | 5.58ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,119
Compare at $3,189
Save 74.1%IGI | 5.58ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,150
Compare at $4,438
Save 66.9%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,155
Compare at $3,489
Save 62.4%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,177
Compare at $3,133
Save 25.6%IGI | 5.53ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,196
Compare at $1,607
Save 72.6%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,198
Compare at $4,375
Save 65.7%IGI | 5.53ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,203
Compare at $3,505
Save 61.8%IGI | 5.53ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,203
Compare at $3,150
Save 66%IGI | 5.58ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,213
Compare at $3,566
Save 61.5%IGI | 5.53ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,214
Compare at $3,153
Save 61.1%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,220
Compare at $3,134
Save 64.4%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,244
Compare at $3,493
Save 64.2%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,255
Compare at $3,507
Save 64%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,257
Compare at $3,496
Save 58.2%IGI | 5.54ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,263
Compare at $3,019
Save 63.6%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Good
From $1,289
Compare at $3,539
Save 63.3%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,296
Compare at $3,531
Save 58.1%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,334
Compare at $3,187
Save 27.6%IGI | 5.54ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,386
Compare at $1,915
Save 56.8%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,393
Compare at $3,226
Save 61.2%IGI | 5.58ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,413
Compare at $3,641
Save 61.3%IGI | 5.56ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,419
Compare at $3,664
Save 61.4%IGI | 5.58ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,424
Compare at $3,689
Save 54%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,436
Compare at $3,120
Save 54%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,439
Compare at $3,129
Save 53.3%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,460
Compare at $3,129
Save 66%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,476
Compare at $4,337
Save 55.7%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,511
Compare at $3,412
Save 56.1%IGI | 5.57ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,528
Compare at $3,483
Save 39.8%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,567
Compare at $2,602
Save 26.8%IGI | 5.58ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,572
Compare at $2,149
Save 57.2%IGI | 5.58ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,578
Compare at $3,689
Save 52.8%IGI | 5.59ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,581
Compare at $3,347
Save 55.8%IGI | 5.53ct | Heart | E | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,610
Compare at $3,645
Save 57.8%IGI | 5.51ct | Heart | D | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,616
Compare at $3,828
Save 76.9%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,631
Compare at $7,060
Save 72.9%IGI | 5.59ct | Heart | FANCY | VS2 | Very Good
From $1,681
Compare at $6,193
Save 44%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,681
Compare at $3,002
Save 38.9%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | G | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,683
Compare at $2,753
Save 27.6%IGI | 5.55ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,761
Compare at $2,432
Save 41.1%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | F | VS1 | Very Good
From $1,769
Compare at $3,004
Save 44.3%IGI | 5.5ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,769
Compare at $3,176
Save 60.6%IGI | 5.59ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,789
Compare at $4,546
Save 77.2%IGI | 5.56ct | Heart | D | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,870
Compare at $8,210
Save 28.7%IGI | 5.53ct | Heart | E | VS1 | Very Good
From $2,025
Compare at $2,840
Save 67%IGI | 5.52ct | Heart | D | VVS2 | Ideal
From $2,205
Compare at $6,675
Save 36.6%IGI | 5.56ct | Heart | F | VVS2 | Good
From $2,230
Compare at $3,519
Save 79.3%GIA | 5.57ct | Heart | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,289
Compare at $11,060
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 $22,816 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 $3,100 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 62 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $850 and go up to $23,666.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $4,103 with a median around $3,100.
The observed spread is roughly $22,816 across tracked listings, which is about 96.4% 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 $4,103. The median price is $3,100, 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 6 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 $22,816 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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