Sans Normal Osbiz 10 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra, 'FF Karbid' and 'FF Karbid Text' by FontFont, 'MVB Embarcadero' by MVB, 'Hatsch Sans' by Mans Greback, 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core, and 'Crepes' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, playful, modern, bold, high impact, approachability, clarity, modern branding, rounded, blunt, soft corners, chunky, compact joins.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes stay uniform with blunt terminals, and counters are generous and open, giving the forms a clean, sturdy presence. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey constructions (notably a and g) with compact joins and minimal detailing; the overall silhouette reads soft-edged rather than geometric-sharp. Numerals are sturdy and highly legible, matching the same rounded, even-stroke construction and wide set width.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence is needed, such as headlines, posters, and large-format signage. Its friendly robustness also fits branding and packaging that want to feel accessible and modern, and it can work for short UI labels or navigation when set with ample spacing.
The overall tone is friendly and approachable while still feeling assertive due to the mass and width. Its rounded shapes and uncomplicated forms lend a playful, contemporary character that feels welcoming rather than technical or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a warm, rounded voice, combining boldness with easy readability. It prioritizes simple, consistent construction and open counters to stay clear in large, attention-driven typography.
At text sizes it produces a dark, even texture with strong word shapes and clear spacing, favoring impact over delicacy. The design’s soft corners and large counters help maintain clarity despite the dense weight.