Sans Normal Akkiv 13 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Oktah', 'Oktah Neue', and 'Oktah Round' by Groteskly Yours and 'Averta PE' by Intelligent Design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, ui text, packaging, clean, modern, friendly, confident, neutral, clarity, modernity, impact, versatility, approachability, geometric, rounded, high contrast (counters), low stroke contrast, crisp terminals.
This typeface is a heavy, geometric sans with monoline construction and smooth, rounded curves. Forms are built from clear circular and elliptical shapes, with large open counters and a steady rhythm across upper- and lowercase. Terminals are clean and mostly straight-cut, producing a crisp, contemporary finish, while joins stay simple and sturdy for strong color in text. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and a single-storey “g,” reinforcing the geometric, simplified structure; overall spacing reads even and the figures match the letters in weight and clarity.
It works well for headlines, logos, and short blocks of text where a bold, clean presence is desired. The open counters and geometric construction also make it suitable for interface labels, signage-style applications, and packaging where quick recognition and strong typographic impact matter.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a confident, no-nonsense clarity. Its rounded geometry and open interiors keep it friendly rather than harsh, while the solid weight gives it a direct, assertive voice suited to contemporary branding and interfaces.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, geometric sans voice with high visual solidity and straightforward readability. By using simplified, rounded structures and consistent strokes, it aims to be versatile and dependable for modern communication contexts that need both friendliness and authority.
The design maintains consistent stroke thickness across curves and straight stems, and the generous counters help preserve legibility at display and large text sizes. Round letters (C, O, Q, G) feel especially smooth and uniform, and the punctuation and numerals carry the same robust, simplified logic for cohesive typographic color.