Sans Superellipse Pogab 4 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Plak' and 'Neue Plak Display' by Monotype, 'Hype Vol 1' by Positype, 'Beachwood' by Swell Type, and 'Agharti' by That That Creative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, labels, industrial, condensed, assertive, utilitarian, modern, space saving, high impact, signage clarity, geometric consistency, tall, blocky, monoline, rounded corners, compact.
A tall, tightly condensed sans with monoline strokes and a strong vertical emphasis. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle/superellipse geometry, giving counters and joins softened corners rather than true circular bowls. The proportions are compact with short horizontal strokes, narrow apertures, and economical curves; terminals read clean and blunt, and the overall texture forms a dark, continuous rhythm. Numerals and letters share the same compressed, upright stance, with consistent stroke weight and minimal modulation.
Best suited to display sizes where a compact footprint is useful, such as posters, headlines, editorial openers, product packaging, and wayfinding or industrial-style signage. It can also work for short UI labels or navigation where vertical clarity and tight fit are priorities, but extended small-text reading may feel dense due to the compressed forms.
The font conveys a tough, no-nonsense tone with an industrial edge, balancing strict geometry with subtly rounded corners that keep it from feeling sharp or delicate. Its compressed silhouette feels urgent and space-efficient, suggesting signage and functional labeling rather than expressive calligraphy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, using superelliptical, rounded-rectangle construction to keep forms consistent and sturdy. It prioritizes a strong, engineered look with clear vertical structure and a uniform stroke system for solid, repeatable texture.
The narrow set width and dense vertical rhythm make spacing and word shapes feel tightly packed, especially in all caps. Rounded corners in bowls and interior counters add a controlled softness that reads as engineered rather than friendly.