Sans Normal Ohbeb 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra, 'Quiet Sans' by Dharma Type, 'Hanley Pro' by District 62 Studio, 'Dallas Print Shop' by Fenotype, and 'MVB Embarcadero' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, punchy, sporty, impact, clarity, approachability, modernity, versatility, rounded, geometric, compact, blocky, sturdy.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and broad, even strokes. Curves are built from near-circular bowls with smooth joins, while terminals are largely flat and squared, giving a clean, blocky silhouette. Counters are relatively small for the weight, producing dense, high-impact letterforms, and the overall rhythm reads tight and controlled. The figures are bold and straightforward, with clear, simple construction suited to display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, short copy, and prominent UI or wayfinding where strong presence is needed. Its dense, rounded forms work well in branding, packaging, and poster-style layouts, especially when set with generous tracking and line spacing to maintain clarity at smaller sizes.
The tone is assertive and energetic, with a friendly softness from the rounded bowls balancing its strong weight. It feels contemporary and practical rather than delicate or formal, projecting a straightforward, no-nonsense voice that still reads approachable.
The design appears intended as a bold, contemporary workhorse for attention-grabbing typography, combining geometric roundness with solid, squared finishing to stay crisp and readable in high-impact settings.
In the sample text, the weight and compact counters create strong color on the page and emphasize word shapes at larger sizes. The round forms (notably in letters like O/C/G and the lower-case bowls) contribute to an inviting look, while the squared terminals keep the texture crisp and stable.