I think much better to check this site
https://coinmarketcap.com . Look for the top 10 or top 20 coins there. Look the graph for their performance, coins in circulation and above all the market capitalization. I think this would give you an idea.
volume is the one too many people forget. it comes and goes of course but that's the best sign of life.
as for the original question, all you'll get from the people on here is a list of their pet junk. don't listen to anyone. go learn on your own and decide for yourself. even then it's almost impossible to figure out what's honest and what isn't.