Sans Superellipse Hidir 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, 'Navine' by OneSevenPointFive, 'Born Strong' by Rook Supply, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, sports branding, packaging, industrial, sporty, assertive, compact, modern, impact, sturdiness, modernity, legibility, utility, squared, rounded corners, blocky, condensed, geometric.
A heavy, block-like sans with squared proportions softened by rounded corners and superelliptical curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a dense, compact texture in text. Counters tend toward rounded-rectangle shapes, and joins are sturdy and straightforward, giving the forms a utilitarian, engineered feel. The uppercase is tall and commanding, while the lowercase keeps simple, pragmatic shapes that maintain the same robust rhythm; numerals are similarly compact and uniform in weight.
Best suited to headlines and display settings where strong presence and quick recognition are needed, such as posters, signage, sports branding, and packaging. It can also work for short UI labels or section headers when a dense, impactful voice is desired, especially at moderate-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a sporty, industrial edge. Its broad, dark letterforms read as confident and impact-driven, evoking signage, team branding, and rugged product labeling rather than delicate editorial typography.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual impact with a clean, modern construction. By pairing squared silhouettes with softened corners, it balances toughness and approachability, prioritizing bold legibility and a contemporary, utilitarian character.
Tight apertures and large ink traps are not prominent; instead the design relies on solid mass and rounded-rect geometry for clarity. In continuous text the strong verticals and compact counters create a bold, poster-like cadence that benefits from generous spacing and larger sizes.