Sans Other Mekoj 12 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Knicknack' by Great Scott, and 'MVB Diazo' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, branding, playful, friendly, cartoony, chunky, casual, playful display, friendly branding, handmade feel, high impact, rounded, blobby, soft corners, bouncy, irregular.
A heavy, rounded sans with bulbous strokes, soft corners, and subtly uneven contours that feel hand-shaped rather than mechanically perfect. Curves are generous and counters are relatively small, producing a compact, ink-rich silhouette. Proportions vary noticeably across glyphs, with lively width changes and slightly inconsistent curves and joins that add personality while keeping the overall structure simple and sans-based.
Best suited to short, prominent text such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, playful branding, and children-oriented materials. It can also work for logos or event promotions where warmth and humor are more important than typographic neutrality.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a humorous, kid-friendly energy. Its bouncy rhythm and slightly wobbly shapes read as informal and expressive, leaning toward a cartoon and snackable headline feel rather than sober utility.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum friendliness and impact through thick strokes, rounded forms, and intentionally imperfect outlines. It prioritizes character and a lighthearted voice, aiming for strong visibility and a handcrafted, cartoon-like charm in display typography.
The most distinctive trait is the intentional irregularity: terminals, bowls, and diagonals don’t align with strict geometric logic, which creates charm at display sizes but also a more textured, handmade color in longer settings. Numerals and capitals share the same rounded, chunky construction, maintaining a cohesive, playful voice across the set.