The Best Brake Pad Material Reviews & Buyers Guide of June

Bosch dedicated engineering to platform specific premium materials, ensuring exceptional stopping power and quiet operation with low dust

Quiet operation with rubber core multilayer shim provides increased strength and insulation against noise

Advanced aerospace alloy used in patented copper free ceramic and semi-metallic friction formula is compliant with 2025 Copper Free legislation

Protective transfer layer extends pad and rotor life

Slots and chamfers for premium quality, fit, and function; hardware kit (where available) and synthetic lubricant included to perform a complete brake job

Bosch dedicated engineering to platform specific premium materials, ensuring exceptional stopping power and quiet operation with low dust

Quiet operation with rubber core multilayer shim provides increased strength and insulation against noise

Advanced aerospace alloy used in patented copper free ceramic and semi-metallic friction formula is compliant with 2025 Copper Free legislation

Protective transfer layer extends pad and rotor life

Slots and chamfers for premium quality, fit, and function; hardware kit (where available) and synthetic lubricant included to perform a complete brake job.Powder coated backing plate prevents rust and corrosion for prolonged pad life

QUIETER OPERATION -- Application-specific design and a unique laser-shaped friction spreads out heat, sound and vibration to reduce noise opportunities

LONG LIFE -- Superior formulation design dissipates heat for long-lasting friction performance and reduced brake fade

CLEANER WHEELS -- Proprietary formulation provides superior braking performance and reduced rotor wear, helping to cut down on brake dust

ONE-PIECE DESIGN -- IMI technology integrates friction material, backing plate and insulator into the brake pad for select applications

HARDWARE INCLUDED -- Premium stainless-steel hardware included for select applications

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE -- Brake pads available for most vehicles on the road

ZERO COPPER FORMULATION -- Features Wagner OE25 zero-copper friction formulation

Wagner ThermoQuiet results in quiet performance, superior stopping power and enhanced durability

Application specific CeramicNXT formulation

Asbestos-free friction material

RESTORES LIKE-NEW BRAKING PERFORMANCE -- OE fit and form design delivers consistent, even braking throughout the life of the brake pad

REDUCED VIBRATION -- Application-specific design reduces noise-causing vibration

EVEN PERFORMANCE -- Engineered for consistent braking throughout the life of the pad

APPLICATION-SPECIFIC MATERIALS - Formulated to meet the unique needs of each vehicle application

HARDWARE INCLUDED - Premium stainless-steel hardware and OE-style lubricant included in most applications

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE -- Brake pads available for all vehicle types

ZERO COPPER FORMULATION -- Features Wagner OE25 zero-copper friction formulation

Designed, tested and certified in the USA by Federal-Mogul engineers

100 percent OE post-curing process ensures even friction performance throughout the life of the pad

OE matched friction formulations and configuration to restore like new braking performance

Application specific shims to reduce noise causing vibration

Asbestos-free material

BUILT TOUGH -- Engineered for fleets and vehicles driven in demanding conditions

LONG LIFE -- Semi-metallic carbon-based friction material engineered in-house to deliver long lasting braking performance for the toughest applications

TESTED AND VALIDATED -- Rigorous OE-style on-vehicle testing to ensure optimal braking performance for vehicles under extreme heat, frequent stopping and heavy loads

OE DESIGN -- Features OE style shims, slots and chamfers

HARDWARE INCLUDED -- Premium stainless-steel hardware kits included for key applications

ZERO COPPER FORMULATION -- Features Wagner OE25 zero-copper friction formulation

Wagner SevereDuty is exclusively engineered for vehicles driven in extreme environments; these dependable and durable friction products meet or surpass stringent testing and quality standards

Formulations engineered for extreme brake temperature

Asbestos-free friction material

Includes pad installation hardware

Attached shims, slots, chamfers and wear sensors match those provided by OE

BUILT TOUGH -- Engineered for fleets and vehicles driven in demanding conditions

LONG LIFE -- Semi-metallic carbon-based friction material engineered in-house to deliver long lasting braking performance for the toughest applications

TESTED AND VALIDATED -- Rigorous OE-style on-vehicle testing to ensure optimal braking performance for vehicles under extreme heat, frequent stopping and heavy loads

OE DESIGN -- Features OE style shims, slots and chamfers

HARDWARE INCLUDED -- Premium stainless-steel hardware kits included for key applications

ZERO COPPER FORMULATION -- Features Wagner OE25 zero-copper friction formulation

Wagner SevereDuty is exclusively engineered for vehicles driven in extreme environments; these dependable and durable friction products meet or surpass stringent testing and quality standards

Formulations engineered for extreme brake temperature

Asbestos-free friction material

Attached shims, slots, chamfers and wear sensors match those provided by OE

Carbon-enhanced metallic, disc brake pads with the most technologically advanced friction material

RESTORES LIKE-NEW BRAKING PERFORMANCE -- OE fit and form design delivers consistent, even braking throughout the life of the brake pad

REDUCED VIBRATION -- Application-specific design reduces noise-causing vibration

EVEN PERFORMANCE -- Engineered for consistent braking throughout the life of the pad

APPLICATION-SPECIFIC MATERIALS - Formulated to meet the unique needs of each vehicle application

HARDWARE INCLUDED - Premium stainless-steel hardware and OE-style lubricant included in most applications

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE -- Brake pads available for all vehicle types

ZERO COPPER FORMULATION -- Features Wagner OE25 zero-copper friction formulation

Designed, tested and certified in the USA by Federal-Mogul engineers

100 percent OE post-curing process ensures even friction performance throughout the life of the pad

OE matched friction formulations and configuration to restore like new braking performance

Application specific shims to reduce noise causing vibration

Asbestos-free material

RESTORES LIKE-NEW BRAKING PERFORMANCE -- OE fit and form design delivers consistent, even braking throughout the life of the brake pad

REDUCED VIBRATION -- Application-specific design reduces noise-causing vibration

EVEN PERFORMANCE -- Engineered for consistent braking throughout the life of the pad

APPLICATION-SPECIFIC MATERIALS - Formulated to meet the unique needs of each vehicle application

HARDWARE INCLUDED - Premium stainless-steel hardware and OE-style lubricant included in most applications

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE -- Brake pads available for all vehicle types

ZERO COPPER FORMULATION -- Features Wagner OE25 zero-copper friction formulation

Fit type: Vehicle Specific

Designed, tested and certified in the USA by Federal-Mogul engineers

100 percent OE post-curing process ensures even friction performance throughout the life of the pad

OE matched friction formulations and configuration to restore like new braking performance

Application specific shims to reduce noise causing vibration

Asbestos-free material

COMPATIBILITY: SRAM DB 5, Level/Level T/Level TL/Level TLM (B1, 2020+)/Level Ultimate (B1, 2020+), AVID DB1/DB3, Elixir 1/3/5/7/9/CR/CR Mag/R/XO, XX/XX World Cup

MATERIAL: Pro Extreme Sintered pads feature an aggressive compound that provides maximum stopping power making it perfect for DH riding. The dense, sintered compound also resists water making it extremely effective in wet conditions.

MATERIAL BENEFITS: Pro and Pro Extreme pads feature added benefits including lighter weight or increased stopping power for those looking for premium performance.

WARRANTY: Limited 2-Year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty only applies to original owner and proof of purchase is required.

BUILT TOUGH -- Engineered for fleets and vehicles driven in demanding conditions

LONG LIFE -- Semi-metallic carbon-based friction material engineered in-house to deliver long lasting braking performance for the toughest applications

TESTED AND VALIDATED -- Rigorous OE-style on-vehicle testing to ensure optimal braking performance for vehicles under extreme heat, frequent stopping and heavy loads

OE DESIGN -- Features OE style shims, slots and chamfers

HARDWARE INCLUDED -- Premium stainless-steel hardware kits included for key applications

ZERO COPPER FORMULATION -- Features Wagner OE25 zero-copper friction formulation

Wagner SevereDuty is exclusively engineered for vehicles driven in extreme environments; these dependable and durable friction products meet or surpass stringent testing and quality standards

Formulations engineered for extreme brake temperature

Asbestos-free friction material

Includes pad installation hardware

Attached shims, slots, chamfers and wear sensors match those provided by OE