Sans Normal Helin 8 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shibui' by Artisticandunique, 'AG Book Rounded W1G' by Berthold, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'CG Triumvirate' by Monotype, 'Europa Grotesk SB' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Pepper Sans' by VIDI Visual Design Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, app design, wayfinding, packaging, children’s media, friendly, modern, approachable, playful, clean, approachability, clarity, modernity, soft geometry, everyday text, rounded, soft, geometric, open apertures, large counters.
A rounded sans with smooth, monoline strokes and generously curved terminals. The forms lean geometric, with circular bowls and open apertures that keep counters spacious and readable. Corners are consistently softened, and joins are clean, producing an even, calm rhythm across uppercase and lowercase. Figures follow the same rounded construction, with simple, highly legible shapes and minimal contrast.
This font suits interface copy, product labeling, and brand systems that need clarity with a friendly edge. It also works well for signage and educational or family-oriented materials where rounded shapes and open counters support quick recognition at a glance.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, with a soft, informal warmth that avoids feeling childish. Its rounded geometry reads approachable and relaxed, giving text a welcoming voice while still staying tidy and structured.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean, geometric sans voice softened by rounded terminals and open forms, balancing modern neutrality with approachability for everyday communication.
Spacing appears comfortable and slightly airy in running text, helping the rounded shapes avoid clogging at larger sizes. The lowercase shows a simple, single-storey construction in letters like “a” and “g,” reinforcing an easygoing, accessible character.