Sans Superellipse Ehkom 4 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vito' by Dots&Stripes Type, 'Redgar' by Graphite, 'Kuunari' by Melvastype, 'Amsi Grotesk' and 'Goudar HL' by Stawix, 'Manual' and 'Palo' by TypeUnion, and 'Calps' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports, packaging, signage, sporty, urgent, assertive, modern, industrial, space saving, high impact, speed, clarity, branding, condensed, slanted, compact, rounded, tall.
A tall, tightly set condensed italic with heavy, even strokes and compact counters. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving letters like O/C/S a squarish, superelliptical feel rather than a purely circular one. Terminals are mostly blunt and clean, with minimal modulation; the slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals. Spacing is economical and rhythmically vertical, producing strong texture in words and a high-impact silhouette in all-caps.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, sports branding, apparel graphics, packaging callouts, and punchy signage where condensed width helps fit more characters without losing presence. It can also work for subheads and UI labels when a strong, energetic voice is desired, though the dense texture suggests using comfortable sizes and generous line spacing for longer passages.
The overall tone is forceful and kinetic, with a forward-leaning stance that reads as fast, competitive, and attention-grabbing. Its compact proportions and sturdy shapes feel practical and no-nonsense, leaning toward contemporary utilitarian design rather than softness or elegance.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in narrow horizontal space while keeping a clean, geometric voice. The rounded-rectangle construction and consistent italic angle suggest a focus on speed, modernity, and robust legibility in display contexts.
The uppercase set shows simplified, geometric construction with rounded corners, while the lowercase retains a similarly compact build and sturdy joins. Numerals follow the same condensed, slanted logic and maintain clear, bold shapes suited to quick recognition at display sizes.