Sans Normal Ikmaf 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fixga' by Formatype Foundry, 'Hurme Geometric Sans No. 3' by Hurme, 'Duplet Rounded' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Galey' by Prestigetype Studio, and 'Aristotelica Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, friendly, playful, modern, approachable, bubbly, approachability, softness, display impact, modern simplicity, rounded, soft, chunky, monoline, geometric.
A rounded, monoline sans with generous curves and softened terminals throughout. Strokes are thick and even, with compact apertures and a tight, controlled rhythm that keeps counters clear despite the heavy weight. The geometry leans circular in O/C/G and bowls, while joins and diagonals (V/W/X) are smoothly tapered into rounded corners rather than sharp vertices. Lowercase forms are simple and sturdy, with single-storey a and g and a short-armed, rounded-shoulder r; numerals follow the same soft, geometric construction with wide, stable shapes.
Well-suited for headlines, short copy, and display use where a warm, modern personality is desired—such as branding, packaging, posters, and attention-grabbing signage. It can also work for UI labels and callouts at moderate sizes where the rounded forms remain distinct.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a toy-like softness that feels contemporary and inviting rather than formal. Rounded corners and uniform weight give it a calm, friendly voice that reads as accessible and slightly playful.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, friendly sans voice with rounded geometry and high visual comfort, prioritizing approachability and a contemporary, playful character over sharp precision.
Round punctuation and dotted i/j reinforce the soft theme, and the heavy weight plus compact openings suggest it will hold up best when not set too small. The uppercase has a clean, geometric presence, while the lowercase keeps a casual, conversational feel.