Sans Normal Benot 8 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Frutiger Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, product design, wayfinding, data display, captions, clean, modern, neutral, straightforward, technical, clarity, efficiency, neutrality, legibility, system use, compact, crisp, minimal, geometric, utilitarian.
A compact sans with even stroke weight and clean, open counters. Curves are smooth and restrained, with a generally geometric construction that stays consistent across rounds like C, O, and G, while straight-sided forms like H, N, and E keep a crisp, squared rhythm. Terminals are mostly flat and matter-of-fact, and the overall spacing and proportions read tight but orderly, producing a stable texture in continuous text. Numerals match the same no-nonsense structure, with clear, simple shapes designed for quick recognition.
This font works well for UI copy, dashboards, and product documentation where a compact footprint and consistent letterforms help maintain readability at small to medium sizes. It also fits signage and wayfinding systems that benefit from straightforward shapes and predictable spacing, and it can serve as a neutral typographic base for branding systems that need a clean, contemporary voice.
The tone is modern and neutral, leaning functional rather than expressive. It feels crisp and efficient, suitable for interfaces and informational settings where clarity matters more than personality.
The design appears intended to provide an efficient, modern sans for everyday reading and informational typography, balancing compact proportions with clear, uncomplicated forms. Its restrained geometry and consistent rhythm suggest an emphasis on practical clarity across both text and numerals.
The typeface maintains a consistent, disciplined skeleton, with modest aperture openings and a compact set width that keeps lines economical. In the sample paragraph, it holds a steady grayscale and avoids dramatic modulation, supporting legibility without drawing attention to itself.