Sans Superellipse Idmos 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Graphicus DT' by DTP Types, 'Futura EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Futura' by Linotype, 'Futura Now' by Monotype, 'Futura PT' by ParaType, 'Flyer SB' and 'Flyer SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Futura TS' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, playful, punchy, retro, friendly, cartoonish, impact, approachability, retro flair, display clarity, brand presence, blocky, rounded, compact, soft corners, impactful.
This typeface uses heavy, compact letterforms built from rounded-rectangle geometry. Curves are broad and smooth, corners are softened, and terminals tend to end in blunt, squared-off cuts rather than tapered finishes. Counters are relatively small for the overall weight, and the round letters (O, C, G, Q) read as squarish superellipses, giving the face a sturdy, poster-like texture. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey constructions (notably a and g) with straightforward joins and minimal modulation, keeping the rhythm bold and even.
Best suited to display applications where bold shapes need to carry at a glance: posters, storefront signage, product packaging, and punchy brand marks. It also works well for short headlines, badges, and UI callouts where a friendly but forceful presence is desired.
The overall tone is upbeat and attention-grabbing, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded geometry. It leans toward a retro display sensibility—confident, chunky, and slightly whimsical—rather than a neutral, text-first voice.
The design appears intended to maximize impact with thick strokes and compact proportions while staying approachable through rounded, superelliptical forms. It prioritizes bold silhouette and consistent visual mass, aiming for clear, energetic display typography rather than delicate nuance.
Wide strokes and tight inner spaces create strong silhouettes at large sizes, while fine details (like the small counters and short apertures) may begin to close in at smaller settings. The numerals follow the same chunky, rounded-rectilinear logic, producing a consistent, emphatic color across mixed text and figures.