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Johnston vs Monument Grotesk
Johnston and Monument Grotesk are both sans-serif typefaces sharing a signage foundation. Where Johnston leans humanist, branding, Monument Grotesk brings neo-grotesque, display. Compare which suits your Branding project.
Design DNA
Design overlap:17%
Johnston
Monument Grotesk
Highlighted traits are shared between both fonts
Visual Comparison
Johnston
Premium
Monument Grotesk
Premium
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Johnston | Monument Grotesk |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Premium | Premium |
| Classification | sans-serif | sans-serif |
| Variable Font | No | No |
| Weights | Multiple | Multiple |
| Italics | Yes | Yes |
| License | Commercial License Required | Commercial License Required |
| Language Support | latin, latin-extended | latin, latin-extended |
| Source | ITC | Dinamo |
Best Use Cases
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Which Should You Choose?
Recommended: Johnston
- humanist, branding design character
- Suited for Transit and Signage
- From ITC
- 2 free alternatives available
Consider: Monument Grotesk
- neo-grotesque, display design character
- Suited for Display and Architecture
- From Dinamo
- 2 free alternatives available
Free Alternatives to Consider
Free fonts that can replace both Johnston and Monument Grotesk