Sans Normal Wiban 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Neue Haas Grotesk Display' and 'Neue Helvetica Georgian' by Linotype, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' and 'Nimbus Sans Round' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, children's media, friendly, playful, handmade, bold, casual, approachability, handcrafted feel, high impact, informal branding, rounded, blobby, soft corners, inked, textured.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact, softly squared counters and broadly curved joins. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with slightly irregular edges that read as inked or stamped, giving the shapes a subtly worn texture. Terminals tend to be blunt and rounded rather than sharply cut, and overall letterforms feel simplified and chunky with generous interior spaces for the weight. Numerals and lowercase maintain the same sturdy, bouncy construction, producing a lively rhythm in lines of text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, product packaging, and bold branding where a friendly, handmade presence is desired. It can work for short bursts of copy or callouts, but the strong weight and textured edges are most effective at display sizes.
The font conveys an approachable, upbeat tone with a handmade, screen-printed character. Its chunky curves and mild roughness feel informal and friendly, leaning toward playful display rather than polished corporate neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with an approachable, handcrafted look—combining simple geometric foundations with softened corners and a lightly distressed finish to avoid feeling rigid or sterile.
In longer samples, the texture and heavy weight create strong color on the page and emphasize word shapes. The slightly uneven contours add personality and a tactile feel, especially noticeable at larger sizes where the edge roughness reads clearly.