Bosch Quietcast vs Akebono | Best Brake Pad Brand

Bosch QuietCast

Developed for the generalist who works on all makes and models all day long, this premium line raises aftermarket brake pad technology to a whole new level.

Key Features
Advanced platform-specific, copper-free ceramic and semi-met friction material
Pre-attached, OE-style rubber core shim for remarkable noise reduction
Full coverage for Domestic, Asian and European vehicles

Akebono Brake Pads

Akebono manufactures a wide range of brake friction materials and foundation brake assemblies, including disc brake calipers and drum brakes, employing the Akebono Production System (APS). This business approach features proven quality control techniques to guarantee minimal process variation in all phases of production. Embraced throughout the organization, APS enables the company to consistently achieve nearly zero defects per million parts produced.

Akebono operates R&D technical centers in the United States, Japan and France, and manufactures brake friction materials and components in 30 wholly owned or affiliated facilities worldwide. This includes two production facilities in Kentucky, one in Tennessee and one in South Carolina. All of Akebono’s operations have secured appropriate ISO/TS16949 certifications, and the company has received a number of quality and performance awards from customers.

Akebono was established in Japan in 1929, at a time when the Japanese automobile industry had only produced 400 vehicles. Since then, keeping pace with the onset of motorization, Akebono has entered the domestic and overseas markets as brake experts. Worldwide, Akebono employs over 9,000 people worldwide, with over 3,500 in North America.

Browse our line of Ultra-Premium ceramic brake pads, engineered to meet the specifications of aftermarket consumers, and learn more about the advantages we deliver for original equipment manufacturers. We think you’ll agree that Akebono truly is the Essence of Braking®. Look for an Akebono dealer near you, and get the safety, reliability and performance that only a global leader in brake products can provide.

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[seizethecarp_]

Should be renamed "Bosch unboxing". Shows nothing about Akebono.

[MarzNet]

They perform amazing. They have over 50, 000 miles and they still have about 6mm of pad on them. Paired them up with the coated Bosch Quietcast Premium rotors which now have a super smooth glass-like finish on them. My 2006 Matrix stops on a dime with zero brake noise.

[kylelangley]

Speaking from experience, Bosch pads offered my preferred brake progression and maximum stopping power. But they usually lasted 20K miles. Akibono pads def last longer but didnt always wear evenly because of their hardness and took a while before they offered max brake performance. I'm referring to strictly ceramics for both, in daily drive configuration.

[DirtyRottenBikes]

My go-to for every vehicle I have ever owned (and I've personally owned over 300 vehicles) is Akebono Pads with Bosch Quietcast coated rotors. Low dust, no noise, great stopping power and they last a very long time. And the coated rotors look great as well! Best of all worlds IMHO! I've tried several other brands over the years but they all seem to have issues.

[thes.a.s.s.]

I agree I love anything Bosch, but I feel you just gave your review on the packaging of said brake pad but no comparison to Akebono.

[martinschulz]

This is just a personal preference favorite brand video like I've heard about just about every other boutique brake brand. Amazon is full of counterfeit fakes on popular brands.

[jgaitan]

I installed the Bosch bc1451 rear brake pads. I installed them 3 days ago and they have been producing so much brake dust. I'm not sure why this is the case, but I thought ceramic brake pads were suppose to produce less dust not more.

[hugolizardi]

I can’t use Bosch anymore lol. On my Sierra Denali, they kept on squealing and I replaced them twice until I went with Akebonos. Surprised me

[BigBear--]

99.9% of Brake Pads “do the job” for soccer moms. How are these better? You give no mileage specs, no brake distance comparisons, no heat range specs, rotor wear comparison etc. They come with hardware and grease 😱….so do all the other premium pads, including Akebono. You might be right, and you might be wrong, you gave us no facts to be able to tell which it is.

[kellyanderson]

I just put Akebono pads all the way round on my 2001 BMW 330xi with new Zimmerman rotors. Now that I have 350 miles on the pads (I've been easy on them to get everything nicely broken in), I can't imaging pads that are "better" for my style of driving. They have very smooth and linear progression based on pedal pressure and don't have an overly aggressive initial bite. In any case stick to the brands that treat you well and suit your driving style. I'm using Bosch DOT 3/4/5.1 brake fluid with the high boiling point of 5.1 which gives you a bigger safety net when the brakes get used hard. I'm a big fan of Bosch for electronics such as O2 sensors and throttle bodies.

[Mikegastaldo]

Akebono made in USA and Japan..
Bosch made in Mexico.. hmmm 🤔.. think that's why akebono is way better than Bosch.

[bonsaimanagementsolutions]

what is the difference between Bosch blue and quietcast brake pads?

[gary]

I have used them both. I had better luck with Akebono. They last longer and have better stopping than the Bosch. Now that is my opinion.

[chrisr.]

In my personal experience Akebono pads are great they have the regular series and the Performance Series. What ones are u referring too? Also they offer two options brake pads only and hardware included and grease. I purchased the option with the hardware and it included the grease.

[jcruhrskov]

I've asked different car mechanics in my area. 2 of them told me they'll install Bosch disc brakes and pads. Another one said "Ate". As a ordinary consumer, I have no idea what to choose from, but ... I guess Bosch is a pretty good choice then for ordinary car use.

I tend to wash my car approx every 14th day, so the problem with brake dust will not build up, I guess.

[brego]

Doing my own brakes for the first time and opted to get Bosch Quietcast pads and new Bosch rotors for fronts and rears. Looking forward to getting them installed!

[markotech]

From my experience of driving my 1991 Ford Mustang, Subaru Legacy and Accord, the akebono pads are by far the best. ive tried them all and i would always go with akebono pads every time.

[rpmautoreviews]

how about some braking performance specs & test results ?? to prove your opinion ??

[FadedDesire]

A link for these pads? For my Infiniti g37

[genericallyaccepted]

I literally just ordered the Akebono pads and the Bosch rotors lol
Do you like the rotors?