Sans Normal Akbay 2 is a bold, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Galak Pro' and 'Galak Round' by Luhop Creative, 'Madani' and 'Madani Arabic' by NamelaType, and 'Causten' and 'Causten Round' by Trustha (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, signage, packaging, ui, friendly, modern, confident, clean, approachable, clarity, approachability, impact, versatility, rounded, soft, geometric, open, high-contrast-free.
A sturdy, contemporary sans with rounded geometry and even stroke weight throughout. Counters are open and circular to slightly oval, with smooth joins and minimal modulation, giving letters a clean, solid silhouette. Terminals are mostly straight-cut but softened by the overall round construction, and spacing reads generous, helping the heavy shapes stay legible. The lowercase is compact and purposeful, with simple, single-storey forms where expected, while capitals are broad and stable with clear, uncluttered interior spaces.
Works well for headlines and short statements where a strong, readable sans is needed without looking harsh. Its rounded, clear shapes also suit branding, packaging, wayfinding, and UI labels/buttons where legibility and a friendly tone are priorities. It can hold up in longer passages at larger text sizes, especially for marketing copy and on-screen reading.
The overall tone is friendly and straightforward: strong enough to feel confident and attention-getting, but softened by rounded forms that keep it approachable. It suggests a modern, practical voice suited to everyday interfaces and contemporary branding rather than formal or editorial settings.
The design appears intended to provide a robust, highly legible sans with softened, geometric curves—combining a contemporary, utilitarian structure with an approachable feel. It prioritizes clean silhouettes, open counters, and straightforward forms to stay readable under heavy weight and in prominent applications.
At display sizes the round letters (O/C/G/Q) feel especially smooth and consistent, and the numerals share the same sturdy, no-nonsense construction. The design favors clarity over characterful quirks, producing a calm rhythm in paragraphs and a punchy presence in short headlines.