Sans Superellipse Abkaz 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Korolev' by Device, 'ApronNext' and 'Masifa Rounded' by Hurufatfont, 'Pilcrow Soft' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Moderna Sans' by Latinotype, and 'Amsi Grotesk' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, ui labels, branding, packaging, posters, modern, friendly, functional, confident, clean, modernization, approachability, clarity, compact impact, systematic geometry, rounded, soft corners, geometric, closed apertures, compact.
A compact, geometric sans with rounded-rectangle construction and soft, squared-off curves throughout. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation and sturdy terminals that read as cleanly cut rather than calligraphic. Counters tend to be tight and more rectangular than circular, giving letters a slightly condensed, efficient texture while maintaining smooth, continuous curves. Uppercase forms are blocky and stable; lowercase shows single-storey shapes (notably the a and g) and short, firm shoulders, producing a dense, consistent rhythm in text.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and interface labeling where a strong, compact sans can carry information with clarity and presence. Its rounded geometry also works well for contemporary branding and packaging that aims to feel friendly yet decisive.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, balancing friendliness from rounded geometry with an assertive, utilitarian presence from the heavy, compact shapes. It feels contemporary and tech-adjacent without becoming sterile, making it suitable for clear, confident messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern geometric voice built from superelliptical forms, prioritizing consistency, compactness, and a smooth, approachable silhouette. It emphasizes a strong typographic color and straightforward letterforms that remain distinctive in both isolated glyphs and running text.
The numerals follow the same rounded-rect logic, with a particularly sturdy 0 and compact 8 that reinforce the typeface’s dense color. Narrow apertures and tight counters increase punch at display sizes, while the uniform stroke behavior keeps lines of text looking tidy and controlled.