Hi James, thank you for reaching out. A ceramic brake pad set has a smooth, quiet braking with less vibration. It has a moderate friction coefficient, which is good for daily driving. It is long-lasting under normal driving conditions. It is gentle on the brake discs and produces less brake dust. The semi-metallic brake pad set has a strong initial bite and strong friction. It works well with a wide range of temperatures, which makes it also ideal for daily use. It produces more noise compared to a ceramic brake pad. It may have a shorter lifespan compared to ceramic brake pads. It can also wear the brake discs faster than ceramic brake pads. The carbon-fiber brake pads are usually for high-performance cars and luxury sports cars. It has an exceptional heat resistance and fade-free performance at very high speeds. It is very stable under extreme braking, such as a race tracks. It is also lightweight. It lasts longer than ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads. It requires a high operating temperature to achieve the best performance, which is not ideal for daily use. It is also the most expensive compared to the two previous brake pad types. If your vehicle information and fitment details match this kit, you can use this link to order the part and take advantage of our low price for this item: https://www.carparts.com/brake-disc-and-pad-kit/powerstop/p15esk7852?cpcid=Q1BBUDM2NDh8V3JpdHRlbiBJbnRlcmFjdGlvbiBUZWFtIC0gQ1NRQXwvYnJha2UtZGlzYy1hbmQtcGFkLWtpdC9wb3dlcnN0b3AvcDE1ZXNrNzg1MnwyMDI1MDUwNw== I hope this helps. Happy shopping.