Sans Superellipse Ifsa 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gltp Starion' by Glowtype, 'Ergonic' by Maulana Creative, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, 'Sans Beam' by Stawix, and 'Radiate Sans' by Studio Sun (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, chunky, friendly, retro, punchy, impact, approachability, display, retro flavor, simplicity, soft corners, blocky, compact, rounded, heavy.
A heavy, rounded sans with softened, superellipse-like curves and broad, sturdy stems. Counters are relatively small and enclosed, giving letters a compact, punchy silhouette, while corners stay consistently rounded rather than sharp. The overall rhythm is steady and geometric, with simple construction and minimal modulation; diagonals and joins feel blunt and purposeful. Numerals follow the same chunky geometry, with rounded terminals and tight internal spaces that emphasize mass and presence.
This font excels in headlines, posters, and bold branding where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed. It suits packaging, stickers, title cards, and signage that benefits from rounded, chunky letterforms. It is most effective at display sizes where its soft geometry and tight counters read as intentional character rather than crowding.
The tone is bold and upbeat, leaning toward a friendly, cartoonish confidence rather than a formal or technical voice. Its soft corners and inflated shapes create an approachable, fun personality that reads as retro-leaning and attention-seeking, suited to energetic messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a warm, approachable feel—using rounded-rectangle geometry, simplified shapes, and dense counters to create a confident display voice that remains friendly rather than aggressive.
At larger sizes the tight counters and dense black shapes become a key stylistic feature, creating strong impact and a slightly compressed internal texture. In longer lines, the weight and enclosed spaces can make the color on the page feel very dark, so generous spacing and short bursts of text tend to showcase it best.