Moissanite Vs Diamond VS Lab Grown Diamond Comparision Chart

Here's a detailed table comparison of Moissanite, Lab Diamond, and Diamond:

PROPERTY MOISSANITE LAB DIAMOND DIAMOND
Composition Silicon Carbide (SiC) Carbon (C)  Carbon (C)
Hardness (Mohs) 9.25 10 10
Refractive Index 2.65-2.69 2.42 2.42
Dispersion 0.104 0.044 0.044
Brilliance Higher than diamond Similar to a natural diamond Superior brilliance
Color Available in near-colorless and colored Typically colorless, it can be colored It can be colorless or fancy colors
Price Generally more affordable than diamonds Less expensive than diamonds Most expensive
Environmental Impact Lower impact, created in a lab Lower impact, created in a lab High impact, mined from the earth
Ethical Concerns No ethical issues, lab-created Fewer concerns, lab-created Potential ethical issues
Heat Resistance High Very high Very high
Clarity Typically very clear, fewer inclusions Similar to natural diamonds, can vary Varies from flawless to included
Cut Can be cut in various shapes, excellent cut enhances brilliance Can be cut in various shapes, similar to natural diamonds Can be cut in various shapes, and cut quality impacts value
Durability Very durable, suitable for daily wear Extremely durable, suitable for daily wear Extremely durable, suitable for daily wear
Origin Created in lab Created in lab Formed naturally over millions of years
Popularity Increasingly popular as a diamond alternative Increasingly popular Longstanding popularity, traditional choice

Summary:

•    Moissanite: Known for its high brilliance and fire, more affordable, and eco-friendly.
•    Lab Diamond: Identical in composition to natural diamonds, less expensive, eco-friendly, and ethical.
•    Natural Diamond: Traditional choice, highest cost, potential ethical and environmental concerns.