Rates and terms shown after a soft check at checkout.
Available to U.S. residents only.

Choose a ring price to preview what each provider could offer you. Numbers come directly from Affirm, PayPal, Katapult and Afterpay - final eligibility is decided at checkout.
Rates and terms shown after a soft check at checkout.
Available to U.S. residents only.
Pay in 4, Pay Monthly, or up to 6-month no-interest if paid on time, subject to eligibility.
Pay in 4 interest-free, or choose monthly payments. Subject to eligibility.
Lease-purchase agreement, not a loan. Total cost and eligibility are decided by Katapult at checkout.
Available to U.S. residents only.
A quick read of how each pay-over-time option stacks up. Full terms live in the More detail section below.
| Type | Buy now, pay later | Pay Later options | Lease-to-own | Buy now, pay later |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment plans | Spread over as long as 36 months | Pay in 4, Pay Monthly, 6-month no-interest | Recurring lease payments | Pay in 4, Pay Monthly |
| Maximum purchase | Up to $30,000 | Determined by PayPal at checkout | Up to $3,500 lease pre-approval | Determined by Afterpay at checkout |
| Interest / APR | 0% – 36% APR | 0% on Pay in 4; up to 6-months no interest if paid on time | Not a loan - No APR | 0% APR on Pay in 4 |
| Credit check | Eligibility check at checkout | Eligibility check at checkout | Eligibility check at checkout | Eligibility check at checkout |
| How to apply | 3 steps at checkout | Select PayPal at checkout | 3 steps at checkout | Select Afterpay at checkout |
| Terms |
Here's what you'll see when you check out - spread the cost over time or pay in full, your call. Free, insured shipping either way.
Pick your ring and any add-ons. Free, insured shipping is included on every order.
Tell us where to send it. You can save your details to use again on future orders.
Spread the cost with Affirm, PayPal, Katapult or Afterpay, or pay in full with PayPal, Apple Pay, bank wire or credit card.
Place your order and we'll handle the rest, including a final quality check before it ships.
A few prompts to help you narrow it down. Final eligibility and terms are set by the provider at checkout.
Our GIA-trained gemologists can walk you through the options based on your timeline, ring style, and budget. No pressure, no commission.
The full picture for every payment method we accept at checkout.
Our most popular credit option available to you is Affirm. Their "buy now, pay later" model is helpful in knowing exactly what you'll pay each month with no surprises or fees of any kind (not even late fees). It's super simple to use, and financing plans can spread over as long as 36 months, depending on your order value. The primary restriction to Affirm Credit is that they will only finance purchases up to $30,000. Available to U.S. residents only.
To get prequalified, you can click on the Affirm blue button from your checkout page or set up an account directly on Affirm's sign-in page.
Step One: Pick the diamond and setting you like and hit the Affirm button at checkout.
Step Two: Choose how to pay. Select the payment schedule that works for you, then confirm your loan. No hidden fees will ever be charged.
Step Three: Make easy monthly payments. They will even send you reminder emails and texts so you never miss a payment.
Your rate will be 0%-36% APR. For example, a $800 purchase might cost $72.21 over 12 months at 15% APR. Payment options through Affirm are subject to an eligibility check, may not be available everywhere, and are provided by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders. Options depend on your purchase amount, and a down payment may be required. For licenses and disclosures, see affirm.com/licenses.
This is also one of our most popular payment methods. Just select PayPal at checkout to view your specific payment terms and breakdowns!
Who is Afterpay?
Benefits:
All major credit cards are accepted. You may use your credit card directly on Rare Carat or through the PayPal gateway. For payments above $15,000, calling your bank (or American Express) ahead of the payment can help avoid declines.
Cash is always a great option, especially for a larger purchase, but not everyone has the amount of cash readily waiting to be spent on a ring. If you've saved up and have the cash available, a well-deserved 'Paid in Full' price break is in order for you! The wire transfer option saves you some money. With a bank wire, we save on credit card processing fees and that savings gets passed on to you. Just click on the 'wire transfer' option at checkout to get started. Wire instructions will be emailed to you once the diamond has been secured by the retailer. We have an orders team on standby for any and all questions pertaining to your order and the checkout process.
Who is Katapult? Katapult has reimagined lease-to-own for the better, with lease-purchase plans designed just for you. There's no credit required, no surprises, and never a late fee, ever. Katapult's technology looks beyond credit scores to understand your journey, opening up new purchasing power. Apply for a Katapult plan now, and in minutes you could be shopping for the essentials you need in-person, online, or with Katapult's app. It's your path from "need" to "own." Available to U.S. residents only.
What is Lease to Own: Lease to own opens up paths to ownership by enabling recurring payments toward owning goods outright. You have no long-term obligation to continue leasing, and can return the product to Katapult at any time with no further obligation other than for amounts past due.
Lease-to-own gives you the power to purchase what you need when you need it.
Benefits:
How to Katapult:

Engagement rings

Tennis bracelets

Earrings

Eternity bands

Wedding rings

Lab diamonds

Necklaces

Men's bands

1 carat diamonds

Oval diamonds

Three stone

Pavé

Solitaire

Hidden Halo

Hoops

Stackable rings

Christian Siriano

Plain jewelry

Personalized jewelry

Pearl jewelry

Silver jewelry