Sans Superellipse Iblev 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign, 'Scansky' by Satori TF, 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether, and 'Centrale Sans Condensed' by Typedepot (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, confident, playful, retro, impact, approachability, clarity, display, rounded, chunky, compact, geometric, soft corners.
A heavy, rounded sans with a compact footprint and clearly squared-off curves that read like softened rectangles. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing solid color on the line and strong silhouette clarity. Counters are relatively tight, terminals are blunt and smoothly curved, and joins stay clean and sturdy. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and short ascenders/descenders, while figures are wide, weighty, and highly uniform in color, supporting big, attention-grabbing settings.
Best suited for headlines and short copy where strong presence and immediate legibility are needed, such as posters, brand marks, packaging, and signage. It also works well for bold UI labels or editorial callouts when a friendly but assertive voice is desired.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, mixing geometric discipline with soft, friendly corners. Its chunky rhythm and compact spacing lend a punchy, poster-like attitude that can feel slightly retro while remaining straightforward and modern.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with simple, geometric construction and softened corners, balancing sturdiness with approachability. Its proportions and tight counters suggest an emphasis on compact, high-ink coverage typography for display use.
Round letters such as O/C/G lean toward superellipse-like construction, giving curves a subtly squared tension rather than a purely circular feel. The uppercase forms read blocky and confident, while the lowercase keeps a simplified, sturdy structure that prioritizes impact over delicacy.