Sans Superellipse Onbiw 5 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Animo' by Durotype, 'EB Corp' by Eko Bimantara, 'Articulo' by Gilar Studio, 'Kirshaw' by Kirk Font Studio, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Coppint' by Ridtype, 'Core Gothic N' by S-Core, and 'Arthura' by Seniors Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, ui labels, posters, modern, friendly, techy, clean, confident, modernize, soften geometry, maximize clarity, create impact, rounded, geometric, soft corners, high contrast, compact.
A heavy, geometric sans with softly squared (superellipse-like) curves and generally even stroke thickness. Counters are open and clean, with round forms (O, o, 0) reading as rounded rectangles rather than perfect circles, and curves transitioning smoothly into straight segments. Terminals are mostly blunt and crisp, producing a compact, sturdy silhouette; joins stay simple and controlled, keeping letterforms stable at larger sizes. The lowercase is straightforward and utilitarian with a single-storey a and g, and overall spacing feels slightly tight but consistent, emphasizing a solid block of text color.
This style performs best in display settings such as branding, posters, packaging, and prominent UI labels where its compact weight and rounded-rect geometry can read clearly and feel intentional. It can also work for short product copy or navigation text when adequate size and spacing are available.
The overall tone is contemporary and approachable, combining a tech-forward geometry with softened corners that reduce severity. It feels assertive and energetic without becoming aggressive, giving headlines a friendly confidence and a subtly futuristic flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, highly legible geometric voice with softened corners—balancing technical precision with a friendly, contemporary warmth. Its consistent construction and sturdy proportions suggest an emphasis on clear recognition and strong visual presence in headline-driven layouts.
Distinctive superellipse rounding shows up across bowls and shoulders, creating a cohesive family resemblance between uppercase, lowercase, and numerals. The numerals match the letterforms’ squared-round construction, and the punctuation and basic shapes shown maintain the same blunt, no-nonsense finish.