Sans Rounded Tibu 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Panton Rust' by Fontfabric, 'Duplet Rounded' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Montio' by Katatrad, and 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, packaging, posters, branding, kids media, playful, friendly, bubbly, approachable, chunky, friendly display, playful branding, soft impact, youthful tone, bold readability, soft, rounded, plump, compact, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded sans with thick, uniform strokes and fully softened terminals throughout. Counters are compact and often asymmetrical, giving letters a slightly hand-shaped, organic feel rather than a rigid geometric build. Curves dominate the construction (notably in C, G, O, S), while joins and corners are consistently blunted, producing a dense, cushiony silhouette with minimal interior whitespace. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (a, g) and simple, bulbous bowls; overall spacing reads fairly tight, reinforcing the bold, blocky rhythm in text.
Best suited to headlines, logos, packaging, posters, and other display settings where a cheerful, bold voice is needed. It also fits children’s media, playful product branding, and short UI labels or callouts where warmth and approachability are more important than dense text readability.
The design projects a warm, upbeat tone with a toy-like softness and a comedic, informal energy. Its rounded massing and bouncy curves feel friendly and inviting, leaning toward youthful and lighthearted communication rather than formal or technical messaging.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum friendliness and visibility through soft, rounded construction and a consistently heavy stroke. Its simplified forms and compact counters suggest an emphasis on personality and display impact, aiming for a fun, contemporary look that remains legible at larger sizes.
In longer lines, the strong black color and compact counters create a high-impact texture that holds together as a solid typographic voice. Numerals follow the same inflated, rounded logic, with simplified shapes that prioritize visual consistency and charm over crisp, angular detailing.