Sans Superellipse Ehdev 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kuunari' and 'Kuunari Rounded' by Melvastype, 'PT Filter' by Paavola Type Studio, 'Amsi Grotesk' by Stawix, 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether, and 'Manual' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, urgent, modern, assertive, dynamic, space saving, high impact, modern utility, forward motion, condensed, slanted, rounded, compact, industrial.
This typeface is a condensed, slanted sans with heavy strokes and minimal stroke modulation. Letterforms are built from simplified, rounded-rectangle geometry: counters are compact, corners are softened, and curves feel taut rather than calligraphic. The rhythm is tight and vertical, with short extenders, a relatively even x-height impression, and sturdy joins that keep forms dense at display sizes. Numerals and capitals follow the same compact, forward-leaning construction, producing a uniform, high-impact texture.
Best suited to headlines, short bursts of copy, and large-scale applications where density and impact matter—posters, event graphics, product packaging, and brand marks. It can work in brief subheads or captions when set with generous tracking and leading to counter its compactness.
The overall tone is fast and forceful, with a contemporary, utilitarian energy. Its forward slant and compressed proportions suggest motion and urgency, giving it a sporty, headline-driven character that reads as confident and direct rather than delicate or editorial.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum emphasis in limited horizontal space, combining rounded, engineered shapes with a forward slant for speed and presence. It prioritizes bold, efficient silhouettes and a consistent, modern texture for display-led typography.
Round letters like O/C/G show pinched, superellipse-like bowls and small apertures, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are steep and crisp, reinforcing the energetic stance. Spacing appears engineered for compact setting, creating a dark, continuous typographic color in text blocks.