Sans Normal Ankub 20 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Izmir' by Ahmet Altun, 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Basecoat' by Jonathan Ball, 'Myna' by Milatype, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, signage, posters, packaging, neutral, modern, friendly, clean, straightforward, clarity, versatility, modernity, neutrality, legibility, geometric, rounded, crisp, sturdy, high-contrast counters.
A clean geometric sans with smooth, rounded bowls and largely uniform stroke modulation. Terminals are mostly straight-cut, and joins are crisp, giving the shapes a sturdy, engineered feel. Curves are drawn from near-circular forms (notably in O, C, and 0), while verticals remain firm and consistent, producing a balanced rhythm in text. The lowercase shows single-storey a and g, with compact, open counters and a clear, uncluttered silhouette.
It works well for interface typography, product labeling, and wayfinding where a clear, modern sans is expected. The strong geometric forms and open counters also suit headlines and short blocks of copy in posters or brand systems that need a neutral but friendly voice.
The overall tone is modern and approachable without feeling playful or quirky. Its rounded geometry and even texture read as calm and dependable, with a contemporary, utilitarian confidence suited to general-purpose communication.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary sans that prioritizes clarity and consistency. By relying on geometric round forms and straightforward terminals, it aims to deliver a clean texture across sizes while maintaining a recognizable, modern character.
Capitals present strong, simple construction with generous interior space in rounded letters, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are clean and sharply defined. Numerals follow the same geometric logic, with round figures staying close to perfect circles and straighter digits keeping minimal detailing for clarity.