Higher Price, Better Performance?

[10stepsback11forward]

Hello everyone,
I'm curious about the $50 disparity in pricing between the PowerStop Performance Brake Pads (Z26-6012) available at AutoZone and the K8SS Elite Sport Ceramic Pads from K8StingerStore. Is this price difference justified by a noticeable difference in braking performance between the two? I'm currently using stock rotors and pads, and I know the pads tend to develop shaking issues after driving for a while, I'm hoping that either of these brake pad options can address this problem and increase my braking performance. Any insights or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
(I am a new user and sadly cannot provide links, sorry if this is a common question : P)

 

[Snicklefritz]

sorry if this is a common question

none more common here. but that's okay.

I don't see this $50 difference. my search turns up $117.99 for the autozone and $119.95 at k8ss.

Ima on oem pads and rotors approaching 64,000 miles, no issues. when the time comes I will buy the least expensive replacement that gets good reviews and thumbs up here. currently, I don't know what pad that is, but the aftermarket selection is good and they all seem to have their fanbase.

 

[Daniel @ K8 Stinger Store]

Hey 10stepsback11forward,

I can't speak much on the AutoZone brakes because I have never personally used them, but I can tell you about our K8SS Elite Sport Ceramic Brake Pads.

Our brake pads were specifically engineered for the Kia Stinger and to address the problems caused by the stock pads like the brake shutter and excess brake dust.

As far as the price difference, we offer free shipping across the US and if you reach out to me, I can get you a discount on your order!​