I'm still trying to decide what pads to use for my new PC and noticed a lot of people on autopia recommend propel pads:

Propel 7" pads
Propel 4" pads

 

I use Lake Country Pads.These seem to be the industry standard.
But they look good! Besides if excel sells them, they must be great!

 

high end pads

 

Where to Sonus pads fit in? Any other brands to recommend? Anyone like to offer relative ranking based on their experience?

I'm planning on picking up a PC here soon, but I'm kinda stumped on what pads to pick up.

 

i used lake country and did not like their cutting nor durability but did like their polishing. But found they did not last very long after proper washing and drying

If its high volume, lot of hours, then Propel or Sonus would be my vote

 

I use propel pads .... they are good pads. Also agree with Simon above. I have used and like sonus pads also

 

Lake Country, Propel, Sonus, Meguiar's, and Edge seem to be the most popular brands for foam pads. I am currently using Lake Country pads, but one of their products damaged my paint and they refuse to re-imburse me for damage. So, I'm switching brands when these wear out.

I'm thinking next I'll try the Edge brand pads. I like the idea that you can use both sides of their pads and the adapter automatically centers the pad each time. If you do order Edge pads make sure you get the new adapter. The old adapter didn't stay together too well.