Sans Superellipse Otdab 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Cube' by FontFont, 'Olney' by Philatype, and 'Celdum' and 'Metral' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, app branding, headlines, signage, packaging, tech, modern, utilitarian, friendly, geometric clarity, approachable tech, high impact, rounded corners, squared rounds, sturdy, compact, geometric.
A heavy, geometric sans with a squared-round construction: curves resolve into rounded rectangles and superellipse-like bowls, producing flat-ish terminals and consistently softened corners. Strokes are largely uniform with minimal modulation, and proportions feel compact with generous counters that stay open at display sizes. The uppercase is wide and stable, while lowercase forms keep a mechanical regularity; round letters like o, c, e, and g read as squarish ovals, and joins are clean with little flare. Numerals match the same blocky-round logic, with clear, simple silhouettes and steady baseline alignment.
It suits interface typography such as navigation, buttons, and in-product headings where sturdy shapes and clear silhouettes help quick recognition. The squared-rounded forms also work well for tech branding, posters, and signage that benefit from a contemporary, industrial feel with approachable rounding.
The overall tone is modern and engineered, with a friendly edge from the rounded corners. It suggests a tech-forward, product-oriented voice—confident, practical, and easy to scan—without feeling overly cold or severe.
The font appears designed to combine geometric efficiency with softened, rounded corners—aiming for a robust, contemporary sans that reads cleanly and feels product-ready. Its squircle-driven shapes prioritize consistency and a distinctive, modern texture for branding and display-forward typography.
The design’s consistency comes from repeating the same corner radius and squircle geometry across bowls, shoulders, and terminals, which creates a tight, rhythmic texture in paragraphs. The weight and compact interior shapes make it especially punchy at larger sizes, while the softened corners prevent the heavy strokes from feeling harsh.