Sans Superellipse Orkup 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Moderna Sans' by Latinotype, 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Karibu' by ROHH, 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, ui labels, signage, branding, packaging, modern, friendly, clean, confident, techy, clarity, modernization, approachability, system design, display impact, geometric, rounded, soft corners, compact, high legibility.
A compact geometric sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) curves and consistently softened corners. Strokes are uniform with minimal modulation, producing sturdy, even color in text. Counters are relatively tight in letters like B, P, R and in the lowercase a, e, and s, while round forms (C, G, O, Q, 0, 8) read as squarish ovals rather than perfect circles. Terminals are clean and mostly horizontal/vertical, with a short, assertive t and a single-storey g and a that reinforce a contemporary, utilitarian structure. Figures are straightforward and sturdy, with open shapes and clear silhouettes suited to display sizes.
This typeface works best for headlines, interface labels, navigation, and signage where bold, compact shapes need to remain clear at a glance. Its rounded superellipse forms also suit contemporary branding and packaging, especially for digital products or technology-adjacent identities that want a friendly but disciplined voice.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, pairing a tech-forward geometry with softened edges that keep it from feeling harsh. Its dense, confident letterforms suggest clarity and efficiency, while the rounded shaping adds a friendly, product-oriented warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary geometric sans optimized for impact and clarity, using rounded-rectangle geometry to differentiate its voice while maintaining practical, highly legible forms. The consistent stroke weight and compact proportions suggest a focus on strong typographic presence in modern systems and product communication.
The rhythm feels slightly condensed and blocky, with strong verticals and squarish curves that create a distinctive ‘rounded-square’ texture in headlines. Uppercase forms are simple and stable, and the lowercase maintains a consistent, no-nonsense construction that prioritizes clarity over calligraphic nuance.