I use exclusively Connecting Threads Essential Pro. I do not quilt for $$. Mainly charity.
I did not get a bobbin winder with my used machine and buy Superior Prewounds called Bobs or something like that.
HQ has you make the tension a big tighter on the bobbin. I go by the Jamie Wallen video. You must always check under the little spring on the bobbin case as lint can get under there and affect the tension.
This combo has eliminated all tension problems for years. I keep it simple and it works well for me.