Sans Superellipse Ubreb 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Double Back' by Comicraft, 'Flexo' and 'Flexo Soft' by Durotype, 'Tradesman' by Grype, 'EFCO Colburn' by Ilham Herry, and 'Navine' by OneSevenPointFive (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, stickers, playful, chunky, retro, handmade, friendly, impact, approachability, handmade feel, retro flavor, display voice, rounded, blocky, soft corners, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, block-constructed sans with rounded-rectangle geometry and softly blunted corners. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal modulation, producing dense, ink-rich silhouettes and small internal counters. Curves and joins feel slightly irregular, like a stamped or hand-cut treatment, while maintaining consistent vertical structure and simple, squared terminals. Lowercase forms are compact with a high x-height and short ascenders/descenders, supporting tight, poster-like set text; numerals follow the same squarish, softened construction for a cohesive texture.
Best suited for display sizes where its dense shapes and rounded block forms can project personality—headlines, posters, cover art, packaging, labels, and bold logo wordmarks. It also works well for short UI badges or social graphics where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed, especially with a bit of added spacing.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, mixing a retro display feel with a casual, crafted roughness. It reads as playful and slightly rugged—more “handmade sign” than polished corporate—while staying clear enough for short statements and headlines.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a soft-edged, rounded-rectangle construction and a slightly rough, handmade finish. It prioritizes character and punch over delicate detail, creating a distinctive display voice that feels retro, approachable, and tactile.
The tight counters and heavy weight create strong impact but can darken quickly in longer passages; generous tracking and leading help preserve clarity. The superelliptical bowls and squared curves give the design a distinctive, mascot-like personality that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures.