Sans Other Duba 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice and 'Graviola Soft' by Harbor Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, kids media, playful, quirky, chunky, retro, cartoon, display impact, handmade feel, friendly tone, retro flavor, rounded, blobby, irregular, bouncy, soft.
A heavy, chunky sans with soft corners and subtly irregular contours that give each letter a hand-cut, slightly wobbly silhouette. Strokes are broadly monolinear, with rounded joins and bulbous terminals; counters tend to be small and tightly enclosed, especially in letters like B, P, and 8. The overall geometry favors squat proportions and a lively baseline rhythm, with noticeable shape variation between characters (for example the angularity of K and the deep, scalloped forms in W) while maintaining consistent mass and color on the page. Numerals match the same compact, rounded construction and read as bold, poster-friendly figures.
Well-suited for display roles such as posters, headlines, playful branding, packaging, and logo wordmarks where a bold, characterful sans is desired. It also fits children’s media, event graphics, and casual signage where a friendly, attention-grabbing tone is important.
The font feels upbeat and mischievous, with a friendly cartoon tone and a hint of retro sign-painting or cut-paper lettering. Its unevenness reads as intentional and expressive rather than strictly geometric, creating a casual, approachable voice that stands out immediately.
Likely designed as an expressive display sans that prioritizes personality and impact over strict typographic neutrality. The irregular, rounded construction suggests an intention to evoke handmade charm while keeping a simplified sans structure for clear, punchy shapes.
The dense weight and small apertures make it most effective at medium-to-large sizes, where the distinctive silhouettes and bouncy rhythm are clearly visible. In longer text, its strong texture can become visually dominant, so spacing and line length benefit from generous breathing room.