Sans Superellipse Ikrif 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dic Sans' by CAST, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'FS Jack' by Fontsmith, 'Allotrope' by Kostic, and 'LFT Iro Sans' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, playful, chunky, retro, friendly, punchy, impact, approachability, retro flavor, display clarity, blocky, soft corners, bulbous, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, blocky sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Letterforms are built from broad strokes with minimal modulation, producing dense, dark silhouettes and tight internal counters. Curves read as superelliptical rather than geometric circles, while terminals are blunt and often slightly angled, giving the alphabet a subtly cut, sculpted feel. The x-height is notably tall, punctuation and dots appear large and round, and numerals share the same chunky, compact rhythm.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, branding marks, packaging, and bold signage where its chunky silhouettes can work at larger sizes. It can also function for playful UI labels or category headers when a friendly, assertive voice is needed.
The overall tone is bold and convivial, with a slightly quirky, cartoon-like warmth. Its inflated shapes and softened corners feel approachable and fun, while the mass and tight counters add a confident, attention-grabbing presence with a hint of vintage display energy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with soft, approachable forms—combining a strong, compact footprint with rounded-rectangle curves for a distinctive, retro-leaning display voice.
In text, the dense color and compact apertures can make longer passages feel heavy, but the distinctive rounded-rectangle geometry keeps words visually cohesive. The design’s consistent corner treatment and blunt terminals give it strong logo and headline character.