Need an advice on 2 diamonds

[accountant]

Hi - I recently got engaged and got my e-ring. Since then, I've done some research and now debating whether I should go for bigger size and give up on clarity. I'm attaching 2 diamonds I'm currently debating on. They are both from BN and the setting will be on PLT.

1) Round brilliant (~C$9,000)
6.61 - 6.5 x 4.09
1.09 carat
Color H
Clarity VVS1 (no inclusions. Comment on GIA report: clarity grade is based on internal graining that is not shown)
Cut, Polish, Symmetry: Excellent
Fluor: None
Crown angle 35
Pavillion: 40.6
Table 56%
Depth: 61.7%
HCA: 0.8 rating



2) Round brilliant (~C$11,000)
7.07 - 7.12 x 4.38
1.36 carat
Color H
Clarity VS2
Cut, Polish, Symmetry: Excellent
Fluor: None
Crown Angle: 35.5
Pavillion: 40.6
Table: 56%
Depth: 61.7%
HCA: 1.1 rating

https://www.bluenile.com/ca/build-y...MONDS&track=viewDiamondDetails&action=sameTab

I understand that there is ~C$2K difference in price. If I go down to SI1 or VS2 clarity on first diamond, it will save me ~C$500.

3) Should I upgrade the color to E/F range?

Our budget is up-to $11,000.

Really appreciate all the comments! Thanks so much!