Costco Or IKEA: Who Has The Better Deals On Area Rugs?

Shopping for an area rug can sometimes be a headache with all of the choices you need to make. How big should it be for your space, will it match your color palette, what material do you want, will it be durable enough for your family, and will it fit your budget? Often, the budget question is the most important consideration when deciding which area rug to buy, and there are two stores that usually come out on top for budget-friendly area rugs — IKEA and Costco. If you are wanting to know which one has the better overall deal on quality rugs, it's Costco.

There are some steps you shouldn't skip when choosing an area rug, and comparison shopping is definitely one of the biggies. But no worries, we did it for you. To find the best deal on an area rug, we compared IKEA and Costco based on cost, quality, and durability. After all, a "good deal" prioritizes value for your money, not just the lowest price.

Costco comes out on top if you are wanting quality, durability, and square footage for your dollar. When it comes to quality, how does Costco rate? Well, the most positively reviewed product in the Costco home section is a rug. That speaks pretty highly of their value per dollar spent. Costco rugs are usually made of plush synthetics or wool blends, giving them a heavy-duty feel and a longer life span — ideal for busy families and high-traffic areas of the home. One of the best tips for getting the most out of your area rug is to buy one that is durable instead of something cheaply made, and with Costco there is a large variety of durable rugs to choose from.

While Costco came out ahead in our review, IKEA area rugs are a dream for design lovers who want to switch things up without breaking the bank. You'll find dozens of patterns, shapes, colors, and odd sizes, which is great if you have a quirky room layout or love layering rugs for that cozy, cottagecore look. Just don't expect that cute, inexpensive rug from IKEA to last as long as that traditional-looking rug from Costco.