Sans Normal Obbak 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Allrounder Grotesk Condensed' by Identity Letters, 'Devinyl' by Nootype, 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, modern, playful, confident, impact, approachability, clarity, display strength, brand voice, rounded, geometric, soft, compact, chunky.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, compact proportions and a strong, even stroke. Curves are built from smooth circular forms with softened corners, while joins stay clean and simple. Counters tend to be small and closed-in at display sizes, giving letters a dense, punchy silhouette. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) and a short, sturdy t, maintaining a consistent, geometric rhythm across the set.
This font performs best in large sizes where its thick strokes and tight counters remain clear—headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks. It can also work for short UI labels or signage where a friendly but forceful presence is needed, though extended small-text setting may feel dense due to the compact interior spaces.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, with a friendly, contemporary feel. Its dense shapes and rounded geometry read as energetic and slightly playful, making it well suited to attention-grabbing messages that still want to feel warm rather than aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with simple, rounded geometry and consistent weight, prioritizing strong legibility at display sizes and a warm, modern voice. It emphasizes a solid typographic “color” and straightforward letter construction for quick recognition in branding and headline contexts.
Uppercase forms are straightforward and blocky, with minimal modulation and no decorative detailing. The numerals are similarly sturdy and rounded, designed to match the weight and color of the letters in headline settings.