Been using Wix cartridges for 140k miles on a Cruze 1.4l. Been buying the filters 6 in a pack and have not noticed any issues related to the filters. I did struggle resealing the oil cooler/filter housing when it started leaking around 120k. Lesson learned, do not trust aftermarket o-rings.
Been using Fram since day 1. I bought 15 or so when rockauto had a clearance of them for $1.50, they say "Made in USA" and have the Hengst patent number on them so I can only assume they were rebranded Hengst filters before Fram started making them in house or overseas.
The only worry about an oil filters is if it fails so buying a filter from one of the majors is the thing to do as they will cover the cost of their product damaging your engine. Hint,,the air cleaner is the filter to worry about if you need to worry about filter,