Print Iskos 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EquipCondensed' by Hoftype, 'Menco' by Kvant, 'Corporative Sans Round Condensed' by Latinotype, 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font, and 'Core Sans ES' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids media, stickers, playful, friendly, handmade, bubbly, cartoonish, approachability, humor, handmade texture, bold impact, casual tone, rounded, chunky, blobby, soft, bouncy.
A chunky, rounded display face with irregular, hand-drawn contours and soft terminals. Strokes stay consistently heavy with minimal contrast, while letter widths and internal counters vary from glyph to glyph, creating a lively, uneven rhythm. Curves are slightly wobbly, joins are puffy rather than sharp, and counters tend to be small and organic, giving the overall silhouette a bold, inked-in feel. The figures match the same soft, inflated construction, with simple shapes and occasional asymmetry.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing copy such as headlines, posters, product labels, stickers, and social graphics where a warm, informal tone is desired. It also works well for children’s or playful entertainment contexts, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the soft shapes and quirky rhythm can be appreciated.
The font reads as cheerful and approachable, with a mischievous, doodled energy. Its bouncy proportions and blobby edges evoke casual note-taking, kid-friendly packaging, and lighthearted humor rather than formality.
The design appears intended to deliver an expressive, hand-rendered feel with bold presence and approachable charm. By combining heavy, rounded strokes with intentional irregularity, it prioritizes personality and spontaneity over strict typographic precision.
In text, the dense stroke weight and tight counters increase visual texture, so spacing and line breaks matter—short lines and generous leading help keep it readable. The most distinctive character comes from its intentionally imperfect outlines and the way similar letters vary slightly, reinforcing a handmade look.