Ikea has multiple price tiers (e.g. “good”, better, best). The bottom tier is basically disposable dorm furniture, which is likely to be ruined/tossed anyway. Move up a tier if you want something that’s cheaper than other alternatives and lasts.
The only thing I’ve found that competes with their mid tier is used furniture. (Which is obviously better for the environment than buying new.)
The only thing I’ve found that competes with their mid tier is used furniture. (Which is obviously better for the environment than buying new.)