Sans Superellipse Pidiv 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Laqonic 4F' by 4th february, 'European Sans Pro' by Bülent Yüksel, 'Miso' by Mårten Nettelbladt, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, playful, retro, approachable, punchy, space-saving, friendly display, high visibility, geometric softness, rounded, soft corners, compact, high-impact, monoline.
A compact, rounded sans with sturdy verticals and softly squared curves that read as superellipse-like rather than purely circular. Strokes are largely even in thickness, with minimal contrast and clean, closed counters. Terminals tend to be blunt or gently rounded, giving letters a molded, slightly softened silhouette. The rhythm is tight and space-efficient, with narrow proportions and simple, highly legible shapes across both uppercase and lowercase; figures are similarly compact and uniform in color.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a compact, attention-getting voice is needed. It can also work for short UI labels or captions when a friendly, high-presence sans is desired, though the dense texture is most at home in display sizes.
The overall tone is friendly and informal, with a subtle retro sign-painting/poster feel driven by the softened corners and condensed, high-color presence. It feels upbeat and approachable, prioritizing bold clarity over refinement.
The design appears aimed at delivering a soft-edged, space-saving sans that stays highly readable while projecting warmth and personality. Its rounded-rectangle construction suggests an intent to feel modern and accessible, with a nod to classic display typography.
Uppercase forms stay straightforward and geometric, while lowercase adds a touch of personality through rounded shoulders and compact bowls. The heavy, consistent color makes it especially noticeable in short bursts, while the restrained detailing keeps the texture coherent in paragraphs.