Sans Superellipse Ibdus 7 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold, 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, industrial, sporty, modern, confident, impact, modernize, signal strength, maximize presence, blocky, rounded, compact, punchy, high-impact.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and broad, even strokes. Curves tend toward squarish bowls and softened corners rather than pure circles, giving letters a sturdy, engineered silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and apertures are modest, which increases density at display sizes. The lowercase shows a single-storey "a" and "g" with stout terminals and minimal modulation, while figures are wide, stable, and built to hold their shape under bold weight.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and prominent branding where a bold, compact texture is desirable. It can work well for packaging, labels, and signage that needs quick recognition and strong presence, especially in short phrases or stacked lines.
The overall tone is loud and confident, with a contemporary, utilitarian edge. Its squarish rounds and compressed counters create a tough, no-nonsense voice that reads as energetic and slightly athletic, suitable for attention-grabbing messaging.
The font appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a modern, rounded-industrial geometry. Its superelliptical forms and tight counters prioritize solidity and legibility in display settings over airy text comfort.
The design balances strong vertical stems with rounded corners, producing a consistent rhythm in all-caps lines. The overall color is very dark and uniform, so spacing and line breaks become important to keep larger blocks of text from feeling overly dense.