Quote:...the best type of deck to get...
Depending on where you are in the world, stores sometimes have catalogues of open decks for your perusal...
Another idea is to look through various books and see which appeals to you.
Personally, I prefer a Marseilles or Classic deck. The images, though woodcut and 'uglier' (according to some), are very foundational for long term study of the Tarot.
I know that many prefer to use the Waite (Rider-Waite) deck and its myriad derivations (many of which I also have). The three criticisms I have of it are that
1) the pips have scenes depicted on them, which many other people like and find make for easier reading;
2) the numbering of VIII Justice and XI Strength has been swapped; and
3) the Fool has been numbered with a zero rather than remaining un-numbered.
If you wish to have a look at the Marseilles and other decks, click it or check the Aeclectic site...
...and by all means, the above is a reflection of my opinion only... go with your responses as you look through various decks as they are presented here and in books and shops!
In the end, the best kind of deck is one you will want to use, study and work with!