Sans Superellipse Ofmek 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Carnac', 'Carnas', 'Epoca Pro', 'Orgon', and 'Orgon Plan' by Hoftype; 'Roihu' by Melvastype; and 'Anago' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, modern, playful, approachable, sturdy, soften tone, modernize, add warmth, high impact, rounded, soft, chunky, monoline, geometric.
A heavy, rounded sans with a superellipse construction: corners are generously softened and many curves resolve into rounded-rectangle shapes rather than perfect circles. Strokes are broadly monolinear with minimal contrast, producing a dense, even color on the page. Counters tend to be compact and squarish (notably in O/o and B), while joins and terminals stay blunted and smooth. Overall proportions are fairly compact with sturdy verticals, short-looking apertures in letters like e and s, and a slightly irregular rhythm from character to character that keeps the texture lively.
Best suited to display settings where its rounded mass and compact counters can create a strong, friendly presence—headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks. It can also work for short UI labels or signage where a soft, approachable voice is desired, though the tight apertures suggest avoiding very small sizes for dense text.
The tone is warm and contemporary, with a slightly toy-like friendliness driven by the soft corners and chunky forms. It feels confident and casual rather than technical, balancing legibility with a distinctly rounded personality.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary rounded-geometry look with high visual impact and an inviting, informal character. Its superellipse-like curves and blunt terminals emphasize consistency and softness while maintaining a sturdy, readable silhouette.
Uppercase forms read solid and blocky (E/F/L/T especially), while lowercase introduces more quirk through single-storey shapes (a, g) and a tall, simple i/j with round dots. Figures are sturdy and straightforward, with broad curves and flattened terminals that match the letters’ soft geometry.