Sans Normal Onbot 14 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CA Zentrum' by Cape Arcona Type Foundry, 'Gullying' by Din Studio, 'Halagar' by Letteralle, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Hype vol 2' by Positype, 'Core Sans E' by S-Core, and 'Oddlini' by sugargliderz (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, modern, friendly, clean, utilitarian, clarity, impact, modernity, simplicity, versatility, geometric, rounded, high-ink, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad, rounded curves and minimal stroke modulation. Counters are generously open, terminals are mostly blunt, and joins read clean and crisp, producing a sturdy, high-contrast silhouette against the page without delicate detail. Proportions feel slightly compact, with round characters (O/C/G) approaching circular forms, and straight-sided letters (E/F/H/N) maintaining firm, even stems. Numerals and lowercase share the same solid, consistent color, keeping rhythm uniform in both display lines and short passages.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and brand marks where a dense, confident presence is needed. It also works well for signage and packaging that benefit from clear, simple letterforms and a consistent, high-impact texture at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is direct and contemporary, with a friendly approachability coming from its rounded geometry and open counters. It feels confident and no-nonsense, leaning more toward practical clarity than expressive or ornamental personality.
The design appears intended as a straightforward, geometric workhorse for modern visual communication—prioritizing clarity, consistency, and strong typographic presence with minimal stylistic distraction.
In text settings the strong weight creates pronounced typographic color and clear word shapes, while the simplified forms keep the texture smooth and even. The ampersand and punctuation match the same robust construction, reinforcing a cohesive, modern system feel.