Sans Normal Hobov 5 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, signage, packaging, clean, modern, friendly, minimal, clarity, neutrality, approachability, contemporary, rounded, open forms, geometric, monoline, soft terminals.
A clean monoline sans with rounded geometry and smooth, consistent curves. Strokes maintain an even thickness throughout, with soft, rounded terminals and generous counters that keep letters airy. Uppercase forms are simple and geometric, while the lowercase shows single‑storey shapes (notably a and g) with open apertures and a straightforward rhythm. Numerals follow the same rounded, lightly built construction, with clear separation between similar forms and an overall calm, even texture in text.
Well-suited to interface typography, product and brand systems, and general-purpose editorial settings where clarity at small to medium sizes is important. Its rounded forms also work nicely for signage and packaging that aims for a friendly, contemporary impression.
The tone is contemporary and approachable, balancing a neutral, functional voice with gentle roundness. Its soft terminals and open shapes give it a friendly, non-technical feel while still reading as crisp and modern.
Likely designed as a neutral, modern sans that prioritizes clarity and smooth reading, with softened geometry to add warmth. The consistent monoline drawing and open apertures suggest an emphasis on clean rendering and a relaxed, approachable texture in continuous text.
The spacing and letterfit appear comfortable, producing an even line color in the sample text. Round letters (C, G, O, Q) emphasize circular construction, and diagonals (V, W, X, Y) stay clean and uncluttered, reinforcing the minimal, geometric character.