MASTER SET GUIDES

151 Master Set List :
Visual Binder &
Free 
Checklist

Our complete Pokémon 151 master set list includes every card needed to complete your master set, including all promos and variants for a true grand master set. Download the free checklist to track your progress, and use the visual binder layout to place every card perfectly—no more miscounting slots or shifting entire pages. You can also download free binder placeholders to keep your collection clean and organized from the start.

In this Guide:



Complete 151
Card Breakdown

RARE

25 cards

DOUBLE RARE

12 cards

SPECIAL ILLUSTRATION RARE

7 cards

HYPER RARE

3 cards

UNCOMMON

62 cards

COMMON

66 cards

ILLUSTRATION RARE

16 cards

ULTRA RARE

16 cards

REVERSE HOLOS

153 cards


Total Master Set Cards: 360 cards

Completion Difficulty:‍ ‍Medium

Even though the 151 Master Set has fewer cards overall, it’s still a challenging set to finish.

The main reason is the Gen 1 Tax, where the Illustration Rare and Special Illustration Rare cards of those fan-favorite Kanto starters are especially popular, tougher to pull and more expensive to buy.

Promos

& Variants

151 • Promos

Click to view Price on TCGPlayer

Elite Trainer Box Promo & Pokémon Center Exclusive ETB Promo

Alakazam ex Collection Box

This set has a lot more promos & variants!
We’ve included every single one of them in our checklist.

Binder Size

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Which Binder is Best?

Vault X Binder for Mega Evolution

Since the 151 Master Set has a total of 360 cards you'll need:

✔ 9-Pocket Binder holding 360 cards
✔ 12-Pocket Binder holding 480 cards (if you’re planning on adding Promos & Variants)

We personally use the 
Vault X Exo-Tec Anniversary EditionZip binder for our 151 Master Set.

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Binder Layout

How to Organize Your
151 Binder

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Checklist

Complete 151
Master Set List

(with promos & variants)

Last updated: May 12, 2026


This is the complete 151 Grand Master Set List including all promos, reverse holos, and special variants. This checklist is continuously updated as new cards and variants are released.

Looking for prices? Click any card name to view current market listings on TCGPlayer.

Card # Card Name Rarity Foil

151 Master Set FAQ

How many cards are in the 151 Master Set?

A full 151 Master Set contains:

  • 165 standard set cards

  • 153 reverse holo versions

  • 42 Secret Rares

Total: 360 cards

What counts as a complete 151 Master Set?

complete 151 Master Set includes 165 regular numbered cards, 153 reverse holo versions, and 42 Secret Rare cards.

A Master Set typically does not include promos or stamped cards. Those are generally included only if you are building a Grand Master Set.

How many binder pages do I need for a 151 Master Set?

For 360 cards, here’s what you need depending on binder layout:

9-Pocket layout requires 20 double-sided pages minimum.

12-Pocket layout requires 15 double-sided pages minimum.

What size binder should I buy for a 151 Master Set?

Since the 151 Master Set has a total of 360 cards we recommend:

9-Pocket Binder with at least 20 pages capable of holding exactly 360 cards.

12-Pocket Binder with at least 20 pages if you plan on adding any promos or variants

We personally use the Vault X Exo-Tec Anniversary Edition Zip binder for our 151 Set.

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Are promos part of a master set?

In short, no. Promos are not officially part of a master set, since they are released separately from the main numbered expansion.

However, many collectors choose to add Stamped Promos, Store exclusives, Pre-release promos, etc.

But this is personal preference — or sometimes known as a Grand Master Set.

How much does it cost to master 151?

As of recent market tracking, the total value of a complete 151 Master Set sits just under $2,300 USD (not including promos & variants).

We personally use (and love) Collectr to track the market value of our sets. It’s a great (and free!) way to keep tabs on your collection’s value over time.

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