Print Hokas 9 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Panton Rust' by Fontfabric, 'Amostra' by Latinotype, 'Core Sans E' and 'Core Sans ES' by S-Core, 'Point Panther' by Sarid Ezra, and 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids branding, headlines, merchandise, playful, folksy, chunky, friendly, handmade, handmade feel, playful display, friendly branding, bold impact, rounded, soft corners, irregular, blobby, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded, hand-drawn print style with chunky strokes and softly blunted terminals. Letterforms show intentional irregularity: slightly wavy outlines, uneven stroke edges, and subtle width-to-width variation that creates an organic rhythm. Counters are compact but clear, and curves tend toward squarish rounding rather than perfect geometry, giving the set a sturdy, cut-out feel. Overall spacing reads open and forgiving, optimized for impact rather than tight text setting.
Best suited to short display settings where its chunky, friendly shapes can carry personality—posters, product packaging, kids-focused materials, craft branding, event flyers, and playful headlines. It can also work for logos or badges where a handmade, approachable voice is desired, especially at medium to large sizes.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a casual, homemade character that feels humorous and non-formal. Its sturdy shapes and soft corners convey warmth and a slightly quirky, cartoon-like personality, leaning more toward fun signage than polished editorial typography.
The design appears intended to mimic bold hand-lettered printing with a deliberately imperfect outline, prioritizing friendliness and visual impact over strict geometric consistency. Its construction aims to feel informal and inviting, adding personality and a crafted look to display typography.
The numerals match the same bold, rounded construction and maintain the hand-rendered wobble, supporting cohesive display use. The texture from uneven edges becomes more apparent at larger sizes, where it adds charm and craft-like presence.