Sans Normal Ohlov 9 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Benn Beckman' by Factory738, 'Baro' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Garnet' by Ksenia Belobrova, 'Glorich' by Sarid Ezra, and 'Transat Text' by Typetanic Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, modern, approachable, playful, confident, impact, approachability, clarity, contemporary, rounded, geometric, soft corners, high contrast counters, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with clean, monoline strokes and compact proportions. Curves are built from smooth circular/elliptical forms with softened joins, while terminals often finish in subtly angled cuts that add crispness to the otherwise rounded construction. Counters are generally open and generous for the weight, and the lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g” with simple, robust shapes. Numerals and capitals share the same solid, even color, producing a consistent, poster-ready texture in lines of text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and display typography where its weight and rounded geometry can deliver strong presence. It also fits branding and packaging that call for a modern, friendly personality, and works well for short UI or signage labels where bold clarity is needed.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, combining sturdy impact with soft, approachable curves. The slight angularity at terminals introduces a lively, energetic edge, keeping the voice from feeling overly neutral or corporate.
The design appears intended to provide a high-impact sans that stays approachable through rounded construction and simplified forms. It prioritizes strong visual color and quick recognition in large sizes, while maintaining enough openness in counters to remain readable in short passages.
In text, the font creates a dense, dark rhythm with clear word shapes and a strong baseline presence. Round letters (O, C, G, Q) read especially smooth and geometric, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) feel crisp and purposeful, giving the design a balanced mix of softness and snap.