Sans Normal Nodif 11 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types; 'Neue Helvetica', 'Neue Helvetica Armenian', 'Neue Helvetica Georgian', and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype; 'M Ying Hei HK' by Monotype HK; 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, modern, confident, sporty, high impact, clear signage, modern branding, friendly display, geometric clarity, rounded, blocky, geometric, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and large, open counters. Curves are smoothly rounded and circular, while joins and terminals read as clean, blunt cuts, giving the shapes a sturdy, block-like presence. The overall rhythm is even and consistent, with strong verticals and simplified construction that keeps letterforms clear at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and bold branding where strong presence and quick legibility matter. It can work well for packaging and signage thanks to its open counters and simplified forms, and it’s particularly effective for short statements, labels, and large typographic compositions.
The tone is direct and upbeat, combining a friendly softness from the rounded curves with an assertive, high-impact weight. It feels contemporary and energetic rather than formal, projecting confidence and approachability in headlines.
The design appears intended as a robust display sans that balances geometric clarity with softened curves, aiming for a confident, contemporary voice. Its simplified construction and dense typographic color suggest prioritizing impact and readability in large-format and branding contexts.
The sample text shows dense color and strong word shapes, making it especially effective when space is limited and maximum impact is needed. Round letters (like O/C) stay very full, while angular forms (like A/V/W) remain crisp and straightforward, reinforcing a clean, modern texture across lines.