Sans Superellipse Hidek 5 is a very bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Febrotesk 4F' by 4th february, 'Cybersport' by Anton Kokoshka, 'Panton' by Fontfabric, 'Borda' by The Northern Block, and 'Boxed Round' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, logos, signage, industrial, sporty, confident, retro, technical, impact, sturdiness, modernize, brand punch, squarish, rounded corners, compact, blocky, sturdy.
A heavy, compact sans with squarish construction and generously rounded corners that push many curves toward rounded-rectangle geometry. Strokes are consistently thick and largely monoline, with short, firm terminals and minimal contrast. Counters are tight and often rectangularized (notably in O/0, D, P, and B), while joins and diagonals keep a crisp, engineered feel. The overall rhythm is dense and stable, with broad shoulders, restrained apertures, and a generally boxy silhouette across both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited to headlines and short, high-impact phrases where its dense weight and rounded-square geometry can read clearly. It fits branding for athletic, industrial, or tech-adjacent products, as well as signage and labels where a sturdy, no-nonsense voice is desired. It can also work in UI accents or badges when used sparingly and with ample spacing.
The font reads tough and utilitarian, with a sporty, industrial edge. Its rounded-square forms soften the mass just enough to feel modern and approachable, while still projecting strength and straightforwardness. The tone suggests signage, equipment labeling, and bold display messaging rather than delicate editorial typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, highly legible display sans that blends industrial solidity with softened corners. Its consistent stroke weight and rounded-rectangle skeleton aim for a strong, contemporary imprint with a hint of retro sports and hardware aesthetics.
Figures are bold and highly geometric, with the 0 closely echoing the uppercase O and the 1 rendered as a simple vertical form with a small cap-like top. Curved letters tend to show subtle squaring at bends, reinforcing the technical, modular impression. At smaller sizes the tight counters and dense spacing may reduce clarity, while at display sizes the distinctive rounded-rect geometry becomes a key signature.