For exfoliation, is a pad better or a scrub?

I have always used only scrubs.

It feels so good and smooth after doing it, but

The body was okay, but honestly, the face was a bit stimulating.

But I've seen some people who only use exfoliating pads.

Is it sufficient to manage it using only pads?

I had this typical housewife thought that wiping it gently wouldn't solve the problem... haha

If so, which pad would work well? Please recommend a product.