Sans Superellipse Osnom 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Isotonic' by Emtype Foundry, 'Muller' by Fontfabric, 'PTL Notes Soft' by Primetype, 'Robusta' by Tilde, and 'Nuno' by Type.p (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, ui labels, modern, friendly, confident, utilitarian, techy, impact, clarity, modernize, soften edges, brand voice, rounded, compact, sturdy, blocky, clean.
This typeface is a heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and a distinctly squared-off, superellipse construction in curves. Strokes are thick and even, with large interior counters that stay open at display sizes, and terminals tend to finish with blunt, softly rounded ends rather than sharp cuts. The overall rhythm is steady and dense, with minimal modulation and a practical, engineered feel in round letters and numerals.
Best suited for headlines, logo wordmarks, packaging, and poster typography where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It can also work for short UI labels, navigation, and wayfinding/signage applications where sturdy forms and quick recognition are priorities, rather than extended body text.
The tone is modern and approachable, combining a friendly softness from the rounded geometry with a confident, no-nonsense weight. It reads as contemporary and slightly tech-forward, suited to straightforward messaging where clarity and impact matter more than delicacy.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, contemporary sans voice built from rounded-rectangular geometry, balancing friendliness with strong visibility. Its consistent stroke weight and compact shapes suggest an emphasis on reliable reproduction across screens and print, with a clear, modern personality.
The lowercase shows simple, workmanlike shapes with single-storey forms where present, and the numerals follow the same rounded-rectangle logic, giving the set a cohesive, signage-like consistency. In the text sample, the weight produces strong emphasis and can feel assertive, especially in longer lines, suggesting it’s most comfortable when used with generous spacing and at larger sizes.