Sans Superellipse Ombaj 8 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Informatic' by Fatchair and 'Larrikin' by HeadFirst (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, headlines, dashboards, posters, clean, technical, modern, efficient, neutral, space saving, clarity, modern utility, geometric consistency, condensed, geometric, rounded corners, compact, high contrast (shape).
This sans has compact, condensed proportions and a steady, even stroke that keeps letterforms crisp at text sizes. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving bowls and counters a squared-off softness rather than purely circular forms. Terminals are clean and mostly blunt, with gentle rounding that avoids sharp corners. The overall rhythm is tight and efficient, with consistent widths and straightforward construction across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
It suits interfaces, navigation systems, and information design where economy of space and quick scanning matter. The condensed structure also makes it a good choice for headlines, posters, and branding lockups that need a clean, contemporary voice without becoming heavy or decorative.
The tone reads modern and practical, with a slightly technical, engineered feel coming from the rounded-rect geometry. It feels neutral and utilitarian rather than expressive, projecting clarity and control in headlines and UI-style settings.
The design appears intended to merge geometric clarity with softened, rounded-rectangle forms, creating a compact sans that stays readable while looking contemporary. Its restrained detailing suggests a focus on functional typography for modern layouts where space efficiency and consistency are priorities.
In the sample text, spacing and letterfit stay compact, and the narrow build helps long lines occupy less horizontal space. Round letters like O/Q and numerals like 0/8/9 retain a distinctive superelliptical squareness that supports recognition at a glance.