Sans Normal Orbik 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe and 'Interval Next' and 'Kyrial Sans Pro' by Mostardesign (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, punchy, straightforward, impact, clarity, modernity, simplicity, legibility, geometric, round, compact, blocky, high-impact.
This typeface is a heavy, geometric sans with broad, rounded counters and a clear, even rhythm. Strokes are thick and uniform, with smooth curve-to-stem joins and minimal modulation, producing a dense, compact silhouette. Terminals are mostly squared or blunt, while bowls and rounds stay close to circular, giving letters a sturdy, engineered feel. Uppercase forms are wide and stable; lowercase is simple and utilitarian with single-story shapes (notably the a and g) and a short, robust shoulder on letters like r and n. Numerals are bold and open, with rounded forms on 0/8/9 and angular structure on 1/4/7 for quick recognition.
Best suited to high-impact applications such as headlines, posters, branding marks, packaging, and signage where bold presence and quick readability are priorities. It also works well for short UI labels or callouts when you want a strong, contemporary voice without ornament.
The overall tone is bold and approachable rather than delicate or formal. Its solid weight and clean geometry read as contemporary and confident, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded bowls and generous counters.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a clean, geometric construction—prioritizing legibility, consistency, and modern simplicity over detail or refinement.
At display sizes the heavy weight produces strong word shapes and clear emphasis, while at smaller sizes the density may reduce internal whitespace in tight settings. The design keeps a consistent, no-nonsense construction across caps, lowercase, and figures, making it feel cohesive in headlines and short text blocks.