If you see a rug on wayfair Google search the name or image. 100% of the time you'll find the same rug listed elsewhere with way more reviews. Meticulously read through and check the photos! Then, if you can't find it for a better price, go back to wayfair and purchase it from them. I've bought a lot of rugs online and some major things to check for include: -pile height -is the pattern printed or woven? (If printed look at review photos of different sizes. Generally the really small rug patterns are too compressed and the larger rug patterns are too stretched out) -are the colors true to the ad photo? (They almost never are) -what kind of backing does it have? Good luck! More on reddit.com

For your first apartment? I would strongly suggest you get the affordable Wayfair option. It is not worth it to get the pricey rug, in my view. Here’s a few reasons: you will have lots of other unexpected expenses once you move in. Save your money. I’m assuming since you said “apartment” that it’s a rental. So, you’ll eventually move out one day. And as someone who has moved countless times, I can tell you that even if the rug fits perfectly in your current space, chances are it won’t fit in the next place. Are you willing to sell it and possibly lose money on it if that happens? light colored rugs are a bitch to maintain. Maybe try a cheap one first to see if it’s a good fit for you and your partner. Factor in the costs of a rug pad and a steam cleaner. moving in with someone is a big step. I would suggest living together for at least a while before you make a big purchase like this on something that needs to really be taken care of. rugs aren’t always a “get what you pay for” situation. I personally have been happy with my inexpensive rugs that have held up better than more expensive ones. They are also easier to clean. Rugs will eventually wear out over time. It’s better in my opinion to spend BIFL money on durable wooden furniture like a nice bed frame, dresser, or bookcase. In all my moves, those are some of the things I’ve ended up hanging on to for years. Rugs, not so much. if you like redecorating every few years, rugs are easier to switch out for a new look than new furniture. if you have pets or want them in the future, I would take an expensive rug off the table right now. If you’re still not sure, you could always wait, move in first, and see how you feel about the space after a few months and then decide which rug to buy. More on reddit.com

Ive found their rugs to be shitty quality as well. I think its one of those items thats better off buying in person so you can see/feel the quality for yourself. Homegoods has nice turkish ones

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Highly recommend seeking out vintage sources! Older rugs are sturdy and look as good or better with some wear on them. Plenty of sellers on Etsy manage to buy up secondhand Turkish rugs for a song and sell them at a pretty reasonable price. More on reddit.com