The size and color were what I was looking for. Given my limitations for those, my choices are very limited so I essentially had to settle for the thinner polyester pile. And that is what it looks like, so we will see how it holds up to traffic in my entryway. I do wish that wool runners were more available in sizes, colors, price ranges, etc. 
overall, the price is a little high for shiny polyester. It's a push for price within size and color ranges.