Sans Superellipse Idbez 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bunday Sans' by Buntype, 'EFCO Growers' by Ilham Herry, 'Klint' by Linotype, 'Amsi Pro' and 'Amsi Pro AKS' by Stawix, and 'Obvia Narrow' by Typefolio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, logos, chunky, friendly, retro, playful, bold, impact, approachability, geometric clarity, display emphasis, retro flavor, rounded, blocky, soft corners, compact, geometric.
A heavy, rounded sans with squared-off superellipse construction and consistently softened corners. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal contrast and compact, boxy counters that stay open enough for clarity at display sizes. Curves tend to resolve into rounded rectangles rather than circles, giving letters a sturdy, industrial geometry; terminals are blunt and uniform, and joins are clean with little to no flare. The overall rhythm is dense and assertive, with a stable baseline presence and simplified forms that favor impact over delicacy.
Best suited to bold headlines, poster typography, branding systems, packaging, and logo wordmarks where strong silhouette and quick recognition matter. It can also work for short UI labels or wayfinding-style display text when a warm, sturdy voice is desired, though the dense weight suggests avoiding long body copy.
The typeface projects a confident, upbeat tone that feels approachable and slightly retro. Its chunky geometry and soft corners make it read as friendly and fun rather than aggressive, while the weight and compactness add a punchy, attention-grabbing personality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a softened, geometric feel—combining sturdy, squared proportions with rounded corners to balance strength and friendliness. It prioritizes clear, simplified letterforms that create a cohesive, high-ink presence in display contexts.
Uppercase forms are particularly block-forward, while lowercase maintains the same squared-round logic, creating strong stylistic coherence across cases. Numerals match the letters in mass and corner treatment, reinforcing a consistent, signage-like texture in text settings.