Sans Superellipse Higat 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Korolev' by Device, 'Fester' by Fontfabric, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, punchy, sporty, modern, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, rounded, compact, blocky, sturdy, clean.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and a dense, even color. Curves are built from softened rectangular geometry, giving round letters a squarish, superellipse feel, while terminals and corners are broadly rounded. Strokes stay consistent and sturdy, with large counters that keep forms readable despite the weight. The lowercase shows a tall x-height with short extenders and a single-storey “a,” producing a tight, efficient rhythm in text. Numerals and capitals match the same robust, slightly condensed silhouettes, with minimal modulation and clean joins.
This font performs best in display contexts where weight and rounded geometry can do the work: headlines, logos, product packaging, promotional graphics, and signage. It can also be effective for short UI labels or callouts when a friendly but forceful tone is desired.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, combining a friendly softness with a strong, assertive presence. It reads as contemporary and energetic rather than refined, making it feel well-suited to attention-grabbing, high-impact communication.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a softened, contemporary voice—pairing strong mass and compact spacing with rounded corners and generous counters to stay approachable and clear.
The design emphasizes broad, stable shapes and clear interior spaces, which helps maintain legibility at larger sizes and in short copy. The rounded-rectangle construction is especially noticeable in letters like O, C, D, and U, creating a distinctive, cohesive texture across lines of text.