Tama True Touch Solid Kick Bass Pad

Let's get the obvious negatives out of the way:
- it's not cheap
- it's not that small
- therefore, it's not very portable
and that's it.

If you (like me) don't care about portability and you have a proper spot to put it in, then there's only the price to consider.
The two legs that make it bulky are also what makes this the most stable kick pad I've used.
The impact surface is made of a mesh fabric in front of a rubber dome. The mesh will definitely erode over time but is easily replaceable (to maximize lifespan just don't use felt beaters and angle them properly to avoid unnecessary friction). The size is plenty for double pedal and the rubber dome feels really good to play, definitely the most realistic I've felt. It's not just a slab of hard rubber, there's air behind which gives it a softer feel with less rebound. The fact that it's not a flat surface is a little odd at first, especially for double pedals, but angling the beaters a little bit is all you need.

In short, I'm very happy with this purchase. After trying many many cheaper options and never having been satisfied, this finally ended my search.