Sans Superellipse Holin 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Outlast' by BoxTube Labs, 'Neuron Angled' by Corradine Fonts, 'Fd Fasty' by Fortunes Co, and 'Ramenson' by Larin Type Co (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, punchy, modern, approachable, playful, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, simplicity, rounded, blunt, soft-cornered, chunky, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with blunt terminals and squared-off curves that read as superelliptical—round forms feel built from softened rectangles rather than true circles. Strokes are uniform and dense, with large counters and open apertures that help the bold weight stay legible. The lowercase shows sturdy, compact construction with short, firm arms and a generally even rhythm; dots are round and prominent, and joins stay smooth without sharp corners. Numerals are similarly blocky and stable, favoring simple geometry and clear silhouettes.
Best suited to display roles such as headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, and bold UI or wayfinding where a friendly, high-impact presence is needed. Its dense shapes and open counters also work for short paragraphs or emphatic subheads, especially when strong hierarchy is the goal.
The overall tone is confident and upbeat, with a friendly softness from the rounded corners and a poster-like punch from the mass and tight shapes. It feels contemporary and approachable rather than technical, leaning toward a casual, energetic voice.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a softened, accessible feel—combining thick, uniform strokes with superelliptical rounding to create a modern, easygoing display sans that remains readable and consistent across letters and numerals.
Several glyphs emphasize squared curvature (e.g., bowls and shoulders) which gives the face a distinctive “rounded-rectangle” personality. The heavy weight combined with generous counters makes it perform well at larger sizes while still holding together in short text runs.