Sans Other Aktu 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dic Sans' by CAST, 'FF Sanuk Round' by FontFont, 'Los Lana Niu' by Latinotype, 'Akko' and 'Akko Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Loyola Soft' by RodrigoTypo, and 'Paradroid' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, merchandise, playful, rowdy, comic, rugged, retro, attention-grab, handmade feel, humor, bold impact, display texture, chunky, wobbly, hand-cut, irregular, blocky.
A chunky sans with heavy, compact forms and visibly irregular outlines, as if cut from paper or stamped. Strokes show slight wobble and uneven edges, with squared-off terminals and occasional angular nicks that create a distressed, handmade texture. Counters are generally small and tight, boosting density at display sizes, while proportions vary subtly from glyph to glyph for an animated rhythm. The lowercase is tall and sturdy with minimal differentiation between thick and thin, and the numerals echo the same blocky, cutout construction for a consistent set.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, stickers, and merchandise where a bold, handmade look is desirable. It works especially well for short phrases, logos, and playful campaign copy that benefits from strong silhouettes and a rough-cut texture.
The font projects a playful, boisterous energy with a crafty, DIY character. Its uneven contours and chunky mass feel friendly and mischievous rather than formal, suggesting humor, kids’ media, and lighthearted advertising with a slightly gritty edge.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a handmade, slightly distressed cutout feel—prioritizing personality and punch over typographic neutrality. Its irregular rhythm and chunky construction aim to make text feel animated and attention-grabbing in display contexts.
Spacing appears generously set for a bold display face, helping internal shapes remain readable despite tight counters. The overall silhouette reads well in short lines and headline settings, where the irregularity becomes a feature rather than a distraction.