Sans Superellipse Ongos 18 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Alter' by OzType., 'Crique Grotesk' by Stawix, 'Purista' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui design, product design, wayfinding, dashboards, packaging, modern, neutral, technical, clean, friendly, clarity, system design, versatility, modern branding, squared-round, rounded corners, geometric, compact, sturdy.
A crisp sans with a squared-round (superellipse) construction: curves resolve into rounded-rectangle forms, corners are consistently softened, and terminals stay clean and blunt. Strokes are even and steady, giving the letters a compact, engineered feel with clear interior counters. The uppercase shows broad, stable shapes (notably the rounded-rect O/Q) and simplified joins, while the lowercase follows a single-storey a and g with straightforward bowls and minimal modulation. Numerals match the same squared-round geometry, producing an orderly, uniform rhythm in text.
Well-suited to interface typography, product labeling, and information-heavy layouts where consistent geometry and fast recognition matter. The sturdy, squared-round forms also work well for branding systems, wayfinding, and packaging that aims for a clean, modern presence.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, balancing friendliness from the rounded corners with a practical, technical edge from the squared geometry. It reads as confident and utilitarian rather than expressive, with a calm, systems-oriented personality.
The design appears intended to provide a versatile, contemporary sans built on a consistent rounded-rect geometry, delivering a dependable voice for digital and environmental use while keeping a subtly approachable feel through softened corners.
Round letters lean more “rounded rectangle” than circular, and the family of curves stays tightly consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures. The design favors clarity and structural simplicity, with open apertures and robust shapes that hold up well at typical UI and signage sizes.