| Brilliance |
Higher refractive index, more fire and sparkle |
Classic brilliance, less fire compared to moissanite |
| Hardness |
9.25 on the Mohs scale |
10 on the Mohs scale (hardest known natural material) |
| Clarity |
Generally very high clarity, fewer inclusions |
Varies widely; clarity graded from Flawless to Included |
| Price |
More affordable, lower price per carat |
Generally more expensive, higher price per carat |
| Durability |
Very durable, suitable for daily wear |
Extremely durable, ideal for everyday wear |
| Environmental Impact |
Lower environmental impact due to lab creation |
Varies; mined diamonds can have significant environmental impact |
| Ethical Concerns |
Typically fewer ethical concerns |
Potential ethical issues with conflict diamonds |
| Heat Resistance |
High heat resistance |
High heat resistance |
