Sans Normal Ofbuv 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Phi' by Cas van de Goor, 'Neutro' by Durotype, 'Panton Rust' by Fontfabric, 'Articulo' by Gilar Studio, 'Causten' by Trustha, and 'Genera' by Wahyu and Sani Co. (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, retro, bold, playful, high impact, approachability, clarity, modern retro, rounded, soft corners, chunky, geometric, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and smooth, simplified construction. Curves are broad and continuous, terminals are mostly blunt with subtle softening, and counters stay fairly open for the weight. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g” and a robust, utilitarian rhythm, while the uppercase leans toward geometric forms with wide bowls and clean joins. Numerals are similarly stout and rounded, designed to hold up in dense, high-impact settings.
Best suited to headlines, logos, packaging, and signage where bold, friendly impact is needed. It works well for short blocks of copy, callouts, and promotional messaging, especially when you want a rounded, approachable voice with strong presence.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a confident, poster-like presence. Its rounded geometry and chunky silhouettes give it a slightly retro, sign-painting/advertising feel while staying contemporary and straightforward.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visibility with a warm, rounded character: a geometric, heavy sans that stays legible through open counters and simplified detailing while projecting a confident, approachable personality.
At text sizes the weight creates strong color and a tight, punchy texture; spacing appears tuned for display, where the round forms and large counters read cleanly. The ampersand and punctuation carry the same simplified, sturdy shapes, reinforcing a consistent, no-nonsense personality.