There are approx 27 posts on this topic. Not much has changes since 2015-2017 when it was a hot topic.

Pads/Rotor recommendations:
Source: www.RockAuto.com
CENTRIC High Carbon Alloy Brake Disc
Reasons: Fit, finish (come with a black center that does not wear off) and great wear
Pads: POWER STOP Z17 Evolution Plus; Evolution Plus Pads w/ Hardware

Reason: No dust, no noise, good modulation when warm, cold stopping power like OE, and easy on your rotors.

If you push hard all day, then go with Cool Carbon as it will live in that environment.

For cheap they even have under $10 pads. Now if you value your life you might want to think twice before buying, but then.............

There are multiple options and happy users. Want cold bite? Stay with OE or OE like pads as that is what carbon dust does for you.

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2005 X5 4.8IS
The Blue ones are always FASTER....

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2003 525iT
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1971 Dart Sport, “Dart Light” package
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