Sans Superellipse Hibuf 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'FF Good' and 'FF Good Headline' by FontFont and 'Moderna Condensed' by Los Andes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, modern, friendly, industrial, punchy, impact, clarity, modernization, approachability, utility, geometric, rounded, compact, blocky, clean.
This typeface is a heavy, geometric sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction in its curves and counters. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal modulation, producing a dense, solid texture and strong presence. Curved letters like C, O, S, and G show softened corners and squared-off roundness, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, N) keep crisp, flat terminals. Lowercase forms are compact with a notably large x-height, sturdy verticals, and simplified bowls; apertures are relatively small, and spacing reads tight and efficient at display sizes.
It performs best in headline and display settings where its heavy strokes and compact counters read as intentional and impactful—such as branding, packaging, posters, wayfinding, and UI labels. For longer text, it’s best used sparingly or at generous sizes and spacing to avoid a dark, crowded color.
The overall tone is assertive and contemporary, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded geometry. It feels practical and no-nonsense, yet approachable—more utilitarian than playful, and more modern than nostalgic.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact clarity with a distinctive rounded-rect geometry—combining the efficiency of a geometric sans with softened corners for approachability. It prioritizes strong silhouette recognition and a compact, powerful typographic voice.
Distinctive superelliptical curves give the font a recognizable “soft block” silhouette, especially in the round letters and numerals. The heavy weight and tight internal spaces can make long passages feel dense, but it delivers excellent impact for short lines and headlines.