Sans Normal Pekod 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric; 'Fact' by ParaType; 'Gentona' by René Bieder; 'Kiara', 'Kiara Black', and 'Kiara Rounded' by RodrigoTypo; and 'Petala Pro' by Typefolio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, titlescreen, playful, friendly, chunky, retro, bouncy, impact, approachability, retro charm, playfulness, rounded, soft corners, compact apertures, stout, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners, compact counters, and a distinctly chunky silhouette. Curves are generously inflated and joins feel slightly pinched in places, giving the forms a subtle hand-cut, uneven rhythm without looking distressed. The uppercase is broad and blocky with smooth bowls and minimal interior space, while the lowercase keeps a tall, sturdy stance with simple single-storey constructions and prominent dots. Numerals follow the same stout, rounded logic, staying highly legible at display sizes.
Best suited to display typography: headlines, posters, large UI headers, editorial titles, and brand marks that need a bold, friendly presence. It also works well on packaging and signage where strong silhouette and quick readability matter more than fine detail.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a retro, cartoon-adjacent warmth that reads as confident rather than formal. Its bouncy shapes and thick color make text feel energetic and friendly, ideal for messaging meant to be inviting and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with soft, rounded geometry and a lively rhythm, balancing sturdy legibility with a playful, retro sensibility for attention-first applications.
Tight apertures and small counters can close up in long passages or at smaller sizes, but they contribute to strong word-shape and bold texture in headlines. The design’s slightly irregular flare at terminals and joins adds personality and helps avoid a purely geometric, sterile feel.