Sans Superellipse Hodev 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Chubbét' by Emboss, 'FF DIN' and 'FF DIN Arabic' by FontFont, 'Applied Sans' and 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, and 'DINosaur Sharp' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, confident, friendly, modern, utilitarian, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, chunky, rounded corners, compact counters, blunt terminals, sturdy.
A heavy, geometric sans with superelliptical construction: curves resolve into rounded-rectangle shapes and corners are consistently softened rather than perfectly circular. Strokes are uniform and dense, with compact counters and tight internal space in letters like B, P, and e. The x-height is notably tall and the lowercase feels sturdy and squat, while caps read broad and blocky with blunt terminals. Diagonals (A, V, W, X) are straight and robust, and the overall texture is even and dark at text sizes.
Best suited for headlines, display copy, and short blocks of text where strong presence and quick recognition are desired. It can work well for branding systems, packaging, and signage that benefit from a sturdy, contemporary sans with softened geometry.
The font projects a direct, no-nonsense confidence with a slightly friendly warmth from its rounded corners. It feels contemporary and functional, with an assertive voice suited to attention-grabbing messaging rather than delicate nuance.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a clean geometric base, using rounded-rectangle forms to keep the tone approachable while maintaining a firm, modern structure. Its proportions and dense texture suggest an emphasis on bold legibility and graphic punch in both uppercase and lowercase settings.
The numerals match the same superelliptical logic, with rounded, compact bowls (8, 9, 0) and a simple, upright 1 that stays visually consistent with the rest of the set. Overall spacing and rhythm prioritize solid word shapes and high impact, producing a strong typographic color in paragraphs.