Sans Normal Inlob 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Larrikin' by HeadFirst, 'Bajazzo' and 'Bajazzo Rounded' by Schriftlabor, 'Brock Pro' by Stawix, and 'Boulder' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids branding, stickers, playful, chunky, friendly, retro, cartoonish, display impact, playful tone, handmade feel, retro charm, rounded, blobby, soft, bouncy, quirky.
A heavy, rounded sans with inflated, blobby silhouettes and softly irregular contours that suggest a hand-cut or stamped construction. Strokes are thick and uniform with minimal modulation, while corners are broadly rounded and terminals tend to flatten slightly rather than taper. Counters are compact and often off-center, giving letters a lumpy, organic rhythm; apertures are generally small, which increases density in text. The lowercase shows a tall presence with simple, sturdy forms, and the numerals are similarly chunky with tight internal spaces.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, playful branding, packaging, and merchandise where a bold, friendly voice is desired. It can work for pull quotes or display text in larger sizes; for extended paragraphs, the dense color and tight counters are likely to be less comfortable.
The overall tone is cheerful and informal, with a bold, toy-like presence that feels retro and slightly mischievous. Its uneven edge behavior adds warmth and personality, reading as approachable and comedic rather than technical or corporate.
The design appears intended as a high-energy display sans that prioritizes personality and visual punch over strict geometric precision. Its soft irregularity and compact counters aim to create a fun, hand-made feel while maintaining clear, simple letterforms.
Spacing feels visually generous due to the wide bodies, but the small counters and closed apertures can darken longer lines, especially at smaller sizes. The texture is intentionally irregular—consistent enough to feel like a cohesive design, yet varied enough to keep a handmade, characterful look.