I have been reading tarot for 8 years, almost 9. In almost one decade, i have encountered loads of decks. If you’re just starting out, THIS is the list you need.
The original rider waite deck, with a comprehensive guidebook!
Guided Tarot Box Set by Stefanie Caponi
If you are all about inclusivity! Women of color and of all ages in this deck. Perfect modern rider waite interpretation for the feminists!
Modern Witch Tarot
Nearly the same as the RWS, except it looks more lively and radiant, hence the name
Radiant Rider-Waite® Tarot - U.S. Games Systems
This might be a bit controversial of a choice, but this deck is such an amazing and unique way of looking at tarot cards
Rainbow Tarot - Chronicle Books
If you want to be edgy, and different, go with this one (pro tip, pair this with the picatrix)
Thoth Tarot Deck — Standard Size (Crowley & Harris, U.S. Games)
Yet again a bit of an odd take. But if you love folktales, then this one is really good for you! It features tales from different parts of the world.
Tarot of the Divine: Deck & Guidebook
Modern, soft palette, inclusive. Just what a modern tarot reader needs!
True Heart Intuitive Tarot, Guidebook And Deck
If you are into soft palettes and cartoonish drawings. A modern interpretation yet again, following the RWS system
White Numen - A 78-Card Tarot Deck with Guidebook
A very classic and easy to understand deck.
Everyday Tarot
There’s a good reason why it’s so popular! Modern, geometrical, great to look at.
Mystic Mondays Tarot: Deck for Modern Mystic
If you’re a “Christmas all year round” type of person, then this one is a must! Keep your Christmas spirit ON even in your spiritual journey
Yuletide Tarot - Kristoffer Hughes
For those who are lovers of the wild furbabies!
Animal Totem Tarot by Leeza Robertson & Eugene Smith
A bit of a different interpretation, easier to digest if you’re just starting off
Tarot for all Ages | Laurence King Publishing US
For the anime and manga lovers.
Mystical Manga Tarot: Moore, Barbara, Rann
A little something for those of you who are into druidism
DruidCraft Tarot
I WILL be swearing by this deck, if you want an RWS alternative
Tarot for Everyone
Fine, pastel tarot cards. Still looks cool, without being too much.
Pastel Rider-Waite Smith Tarot Card Deck
Something for all of you cat ladies. Lovely little deck.
