Sans Superellipse Hiref 15 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cooperative' by Hafontia, 'Early Edition JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech, 'Delonie' and 'Headpen' by Umka Type, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, sports branding, bold, industrial, confident, condensed, modern, space-saving impact, strong emphasis, modern branding, signage clarity, blocky, geometric, compact, punchy, high-impact.
A compact, heavy sans with tall proportions and tightly controlled counters. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) forms, giving bowls and numerals a squared-off softness rather than true circles. Strokes remain uniform with minimal modulation, terminals are clean and mostly flat, and joins are sturdy, producing a dense, poster-ready color. The lowercase is simple and functional with a straightforward double-storey-like structure where applicable, while punctuation and figures maintain the same blocky, condensed rhythm.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, storefront/signage, packaging callouts, and bold identity work where a compact footprint is helpful. It can also work for UI labels or navigation elements when a strong, condensed emphasis is needed, though the dense weight favors larger sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and utilitarian, balancing modern geometry with a slightly industrial, signage-oriented feel. Its compact width and dense weight communicate urgency and confidence, making it feel at home in bold headlines and strong brand statements.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space while retaining a clean, contemporary voice. By using rounded-rectangle geometry and sturdy, uniform strokes, it prioritizes consistency and readability in attention-grabbing display settings.
Round letters like O/Q and the curved parts of S/C show the characteristic squarish rounding, which helps the design stay consistent across widths and keeps counters from feeling too open. Numerals are robust and legible, with clear, simplified shapes that match the font’s solid texture.