Price has nothing to do with the performance of the brake pads. However, in some cases, the manufacturers raise the price of this product because of the heavy-duty material and durability. For example, ceramic brake pads can endure heat, produce no vibrations and noise, offer good performance, and last long. Besides that, ceramic and semi-metallic brakes are faster. They allow the driver to stop the vehicle almost instantly after pushing the brake pedal. This reduces the risk of accidents. It also increases the price of the brake pads.