Sans Normal Ombuf 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Moveo Sans' by Green Type, 'Gentona' by René Bieder, 'Sans Beam' by Stawix, 'Radiate Sans' by Studio Sun, 'Nauman' and 'Nauman Neue' by The Northern Block, and 'Nuno' by Type.p (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, confident, modern, friendly, direct, lively, impact, approachability, clarity, contemporary branding, readability, rounded, blocky, compact, high-shouldered, soft corners.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and a sturdy, even stroke. Curves are generous and smooth, while terminals and joins often resolve with slightly softened, subtly angled cuts that keep the shapes crisp rather than pillowy. Uppercase forms read compact and stable, with wide bowls (O, C) and strong horizontal bars; lowercase is built on a tall x-height with short extenders, giving text a dense, efficient color. Counters are moderately open and the rhythm is tight but consistent, maintaining clarity in both large display lines and compact settings.
Best suited to headlines, brand marks, and short blocks of copy where a strong, friendly presence is needed. It performs well in packaging and poster work thanks to its dense color and open curves, and it can hold up for UI or signage at larger sizes where clarity and impact matter most.
The overall tone is confident and contemporary with an approachable warmth. Its solid weight and rounded construction feel friendly and energetic, while the clean, straightforward geometry keeps it pragmatic and no-nonsense. The result is a voice that suits upbeat branding without turning playful or gimmicky.
Likely designed to deliver a modern, approachable sans voice with high impact and dependable readability. The combination of broad forms, tall lowercase proportions, and softened geometry suggests an emphasis on contemporary branding and display communication that remains clear in everyday use.
Numerals are robust and highly legible, with clear differentiation between similar shapes and broad interior counters. The design’s slightly angled shears at select terminals add a subtle dynamism, helping prevent the heavy forms from feeling static or overly geometric in running text.