Sans Normal Rakem 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Articulo' by Gilar Studio, 'Corelia' by Hurufatfont, 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font, 'Glimp Rounded' by OneSevenPointFive, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Coben' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, children’s media, friendly, playful, rounded, approachable, chunky, approachability, soft impact, playful display, high visibility, soft corners, bulbous, smooth, informal, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft, blunted terminals and smoothly inflated curves throughout. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and counters stay fairly open despite the weight, giving letters a compact but readable silhouette. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g” and generally simple, geometric construction, while joins and corners are generously radiused. Numerals and capitals share the same cushioned forms, producing a uniform, bold texture with a slightly bouncy rhythm in running text.
Best suited to short to medium-length display settings where you want a bold, friendly voice—headlines, logos, packaging, posters, and social graphics. It can also work for emphasis in UI or signage when a soft, approachable tone is desired, though its dense weight is more impactful at larger sizes.
The overall tone is warm and upbeat, leaning toward casual, kid-friendly friendliness rather than formal neutrality. Its pillowy shapes and confident weight read as inviting and fun, with a gentle, humorous character that suits lighthearted messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum friendliness and visibility through rounded geometry and thick, even strokes. It prioritizes approachable character and bold presence, aiming for a contemporary, informal display sans that feels soft rather than aggressive.
Because of the substantial weight and rounded detailing, the font creates strong color on the page and emphasizes shapes over fine detail. Spacing appears comfortable for display use, and the simplified forms keep the voice consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.