Sans Other Abbam 18 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Jasan' by Storm Type Foundry, 'Robusta' by Tilde, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, stickers, playful, retro, chunky, friendly, punchy, impact, approachability, display focus, brand voice, rounded, soft corners, compact, bouncy, blocky.
A heavy, compact sans with broad, rounded forms and softened corners. Strokes stay largely uniform, creating dense, ink-trappy silhouettes with minimal interior counters in letters like B, a, e, and s. Curves are generously inflated (C, G, O, Q), while diagonals and joins (K, V, W, X) feel sturdy and slightly compressed. The lowercase is simple and sturdy with single-storey a and g, short extenders, and a generally squat rhythm that keeps word shapes bold and cohesive; numerals are similarly rounded and weighty, with a prominent, soft-shouldered 1 and bulbous bowls in 6/8/9.
Best suited to bold display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and logo wordmarks where its chunky forms can dominate the layout. It also works well for short, energetic copy (tags, labels, calls-to-action) where impact matters more than fine detail.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a poster-like confidence. Its inflated shapes and tight counters give it a lively, slightly quirky retro feel that reads as fun rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight with friendly, rounded geometry—prioritizing immediacy and character at large sizes. Its compact counters and simplified lowercase suggest a focus on strong brand presence and attention-grabbing messaging.
Spacing appears relatively tight at display sizes, reinforcing a compact, headline-driven texture. The punctuation and small details (like the dot on i/j) are substantial enough to remain visible, matching the font’s overall mass and avoiding spindly features.