Sans Superellipse Pomut 9 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cactus' by Alias, 'Etrusco Now' by Italiantype, 'Poster Sans' by K-Type, 'Nata' by MysticalType, and 'Graphique Next' by profonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, condensed, industrial, assertive, modern, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, geometric consistency, modern utility, tall, compact, monoline, rounded corners, flat terminals.
A tall, compact sans with a tightly condensed footprint and sturdy, uniform strokes. Curves are squared-off into rounded-rectangle shapes, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical feel rather than fully circular forms. Terminals are mostly flat and blunt, and the geometry stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, producing a disciplined vertical rhythm and strong headline density.
Best used where space is tight but impact is required—headlines, posters, and large typographic statements. It also fits branding, packaging, and signage that benefit from a compact, high-visibility word shape. For extended reading, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes where the tight interior spaces remain clear.
The tone is direct and functional, with an industrial confidence that reads as contemporary and no-nonsense. Its compressed proportions and blocky curves create a sense of urgency and impact, well suited to bold, attention-forward messaging.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum presence in a minimal horizontal width, pairing a strict vertical structure with softened-rectangle curves to avoid feeling brittle. It prioritizes bold clarity and a consistent geometric system for contemporary display typography.
Round letters such as O/C/G and the digit 0 lean toward rectangular ovals with softened corners, while diagonals (A, V, W, X) remain crisp and stable. Lowercase follows the same compact, engineered logic, keeping counters relatively narrow and reinforcing a consistent, poster-like color in text.