Sans Normal Rekab 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'CA Zentrum' by Cape Arcona Type Foundry, 'Transcript' by Colophon Foundry, 'Amberly' by DearType, and 'Interval Sans Pro' by Mostardesign (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, children’s media, friendly, playful, approachable, chunky, soft, friendly display, playful branding, soft impact, casual readability, rounded, compact, heavy, bubbly, informal.
A compact, heavy sans with generously rounded corners and soft, swollen curves. Strokes are thick and even, with little modulation, and counters tend to be small and rounded, creating a dense, punchy texture in text. Terminals are blunt and curved rather than sharply cut, and many joins feel slightly pinched or teardrop-like, giving the design a hand-shaped, cartoonish solidity. Overall proportions are straightforward and readable, with a sturdy baseline stance and minimal detailing.
Well-suited to headlines and short-form copy where impact and friendliness matter, such as posters, playful branding, packaging, and children’s or family-oriented media. It also works for badges, labels, and display text where a rounded, chunky presence helps the message feel approachable.
The font reads as warm and informal, projecting a cheerful, kid-friendly tone. Its rounded geometry and chunky weight suggest humor and approachability rather than precision or restraint, making it feel casual and inviting.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly display voice using rounded construction and compact counters to maximize presence. Its simplified forms and soft terminals prioritize charm and immediacy over formal neutrality, aiming for legibility with a distinctly playful personality.
In longer lines, the dense counters and heavy joins create strong word shapes and high impact, especially at larger sizes. The rounded treatment across caps, lowercase, and numerals keeps the voice consistent, with a deliberately soft, non-technical finish.