Sans Superellipse Otbar 14 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Normative Lt' and 'Normative Pro' by Green Type, 'Azbuka' by Monotype, 'Core Sans R' by S-Core, 'Knul' and 'Lintel' by The Northern Block, and 'DINosaur Sharp' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, ui labels, packaging, friendly, modern, confident, approachable, utilitarian, warm geometry, high impact, clarity, brand voice, ui friendliness, rounded, compact, boxy, high-contrast counters, smooth terminals.
A heavy, rounded sans with a compact footprint and soft cornering throughout. Curves are drawn with a superelliptical, rounded-rectangle logic, producing squarish bowls in letters like O/C/D and similarly rounded, blocky numerals. Stroke endings are clean and gently softened rather than sharply cut, and joins stay sturdy with minimal tapering. Lowercase forms are simple and sturdy, with generous, rounded counters that keep the dense weight readable; the overall rhythm is even and geometric, favoring stable verticals and broad curves over calligraphic modulation.
Best suited for headlines, short statements, and brand marks that benefit from a bold, rounded geometric voice. It also works well for UI labels, signage-style callouts, and packaging where high contrast against the background and a friendly, contemporary feel are desired. For extended body text, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes where the dense strokes have room to breathe.
The tone is modern and friendly, with a confident, no-nonsense solidity. Rounded geometry softens the impact of the heavy weight, making it feel approachable rather than aggressive. Overall it suggests contemporary UI and brand-forward communication where clarity and warmth are both important.
The design appears intended to combine geometric efficiency with softened, rounded construction—delivering strong impact while keeping the texture approachable. Its consistent rounded-rectangle geometry suggests a deliberate focus on contemporary digital and brand contexts where legibility and a friendly presence are key.
The font’s squarish round forms give it a distinctive “soft-tech” character: structured and efficient, but not cold. It maintains strong presence in headlines while preserving clear interior shapes that help at smaller sizes, especially in mixed-case settings and numerals.