Sans Superellipse Hanuf 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mercurial' by Grype, 'Olney' by Philatype, 'RBNo3.1' by René Bieder, and 'Celdum' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, app branding, product ui, signage, packaging, tech, modern, utilitarian, friendly, clarity, systematic, modernization, softened geometry, rounded, square-shouldered, geometric, compact, blocky.
A sturdy sans with squared, superellipse-style curves and consistently rounded corners. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation, producing a dense, compact color on the page. Counters tend toward rounded-rectangular shapes (notably in O, 0, and 8), while many joins and terminals are blunt or softly clipped. The lowercase is straightforward and functional, with simple bowls and short, sturdy arms; apertures (such as in c and e) remain relatively tight, reinforcing the compact rhythm.
It suits user interfaces, dashboards, and product branding where a strong, compact sans is needed for headings, buttons, and labels. The consistent rounded geometry also works well in wayfinding and packaging where bold, simplified forms need to reproduce reliably at a range of sizes.
The overall tone feels contemporary and technical, like interface lettering designed to stay crisp and controlled. Rounded corners soften the otherwise blocky geometry, giving it a friendly, product-oriented character rather than an aggressive industrial one.
The design appears intended to combine geometric discipline with softened corners for a clean, contemporary voice. Its tight apertures and sturdy construction prioritize clarity and consistency, suggesting a focus on system-like typography for modern digital and product environments.
The numerals mirror the uppercase’s squared-round construction, keeping forms highly consistent across the set. The ampersand and punctuation follow the same softened-rectilinear logic, helping mixed text maintain a uniform, engineered feel.