Sans Normal Otbal 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ausgen' by Andfonts, 'Innova' by Durotype, 'MC Bentillo' by Maulana Creative, 'Interval Sans Pro' by Mostardesign, and 'Levnam' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, playful, approachable, contemporary, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, soft corners, rounded terminals, large counters, open apertures, compact joins.
This typeface is a heavy, rounded sans with smooth, softly squared curves and blunt, slightly rounded terminals. Letterforms show generous counters and relatively open apertures, keeping shapes readable despite the dense stroke weight. The uppercase has broad, stable proportions with simple, geometric structure, while the lowercase is similarly sturdy and compact, with a single-storey “a” and “g” that reinforce a simplified, modern construction. Numerals are weight-matched and similarly rounded, with clear, high-contrast interior spaces that help distinguish forms at display sizes.
It performs best in headlines and short passages where its weight and rounded forms can carry personality—such as posters, brand marks, packaging, and attention-grabbing signage. It can also work for UI or labels when used sparingly, where a friendly, high-impact voice is desired.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, projecting confidence without feeling rigid. Its rounded geometry and chunky rhythm give it a friendly, slightly playful character that reads as modern and straightforward rather than technical or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing, contemporary display sans with strong presence and simple, geometric letterforms. By prioritizing rounded construction, open counters, and uncomplicated lowercase shapes, it aims to stay legible while conveying a bold, welcoming tone.
In text, the heavy strokes create a strong typographic color and tight internal rhythm, making spacing and counters especially important to legibility. Curved letters (like C, G, O, S) lean into smooth, near-circular construction, while diagonals and joins stay sturdy and compact, emphasizing a solid, poster-ready silhouette.