I'm surprised by all the rave reviews because to me, this rug is a solid three stars. It's just ok. 
The Good:
After a few vacuumings, it's pretty soft and attractive. It's also a good price. And yes, it's a brighter teal than the photo but it's still attractive and adds some life to the room.
The bad:
Notice how its wrinkled in everyone's photos? That's because the backing is like straw, hard and crinkly. This makes it hold its shape when folded and it took some serious effort to get the creases out. The backing also means that this rug will slide around easily.  The rug has a fairly high pile but no plushness, which means when my toddler falls over on it, it doesn't really provide much cushioning. 
I'd say if you want an affordable rug for a smaller room in your house, this one is fine. If you want a large area rug for a main living area, I'd spend a bit more for better quality.