Sans Other Nenab 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Mollen' by Eko Bimantara, 'Larrikin' by HeadFirst, and 'Autovia' by Santi Rey (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, logos, playful, cartoonish, friendly, chunky, bouncy, attention, friendliness, fun, informality, impact, rounded, soft corners, bulbous, compact, informal.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded terminals and softly squarish curves that give each glyph a pillow-like silhouette. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and counters tend toward tight, rounded apertures. Proportions feel condensed overall, with short extenders and a steady, slightly irregular rhythm that reads more hand-shaped than mechanically rigid. Numerals and capitals share the same chunky footprint, producing dense, high-impact word shapes.
Best suited for display roles such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and branding where a friendly, chunky voice is desired. It can work well for short UI labels or stickers/badges, but is less ideal for long paragraphs due to its dense forms and tight internal spaces.
The font projects a cheerful, lighthearted tone—bold and attention-grabbing without feeling aggressive. Its bouncy shapes and soft corners evoke cartoons, kids’ products, and playful branding where approachability matters more than formality.
The letterforms appear intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a warm, approachable personality. The rounded, compact construction suggests a focus on fun, characterful messaging rather than neutral body-text readability.
The design favors strong silhouettes and compact spacing, which helps it hold up in short headlines and logos. At smaller sizes, the tight counters and heavy mass may reduce clarity, especially in text-heavy settings.