Sans Other Asmib 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shelf' by 21Type, 'Glober' by Fontfabric, 'Safran' by Hubert Jocham Type, 'Quercus Sans' by Storm Type Foundry, and 'Plusquam Sans' by Typolis (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, children’s media, playful, chunky, friendly, quirky, cartoonish, approachability, impact, expressiveness, informality, rounded, blunt, irregular, bouncy, soft corners.
A heavy, compact sans with soft, rounded corners and subtly irregular geometry. Strokes are consistently thick and low-contrast, with broad curves and blunt terminals that give letters a slightly hand-cut, bouncy rhythm. Counters tend to be generous and rounded, and several glyphs show mild asymmetry or off-axis shaping, creating a lively, informal texture in both caps and lowercase. Numerals follow the same chunky construction, with simple, sturdy forms built for impact.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and brand moments that benefit from a warm, informal voice. It can also work for short UI labels or signage where a friendly, attention-getting sans is desired, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, leaning toward a casual, cartoon-like personality rather than strict neutrality. Its slight wonkiness and soft edges read friendly and humorous, making it feel expressive without becoming decorative or script-like.
This font appears designed to deliver a bold, friendly sans voice with a lightly handmade feel. The goal seems to be high-impact readability combined with character—using softened corners and gentle irregularities to keep the texture playful and distinctive.
The design favors strong silhouettes and clear interior spaces, which helps it hold up in short bursts of text. The unevenness is subtle but persistent, giving headlines a distinctive, handmade flavor and a more animated cadence than a geometric sans.