Sans Superellipse Esbis 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Siro' by Dharma Type, 'Innova' by Durotype, 'Bega' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Foros' by ParaType, 'Sans Beam' by Stawix, 'Bitner' by The Northern Block, and 'Nuno' by Type.p (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, branding, packaging, sportswear, headlines, modern, dynamic, clean, technical, sporty, clarity, modernity, motion, efficiency, versatility, oblique, rounded, superelliptic, compact, crisp.
A clean oblique sans with smooth, superelliptic curves and gently squared rounding that keeps counters open and shapes stable. Strokes are even and low-contrast, with tidy terminals and a forward slant that adds motion without becoming cursive. Proportions feel compact and efficient, with slightly wide curves on round letters and straightforward, engineered construction in diagonals and joins. Numerals match the letterforms with simple, contemporary shapes and consistent rhythm.
Well-suited to interface labels, contemporary branding, and product packaging where a clean oblique voice adds momentum. It also works for headings and short-to-medium text in editorial or marketing contexts that benefit from a streamlined, technical feel.
The overall tone is modern and energetic, with a pragmatic, engineered calm. The oblique angle reads as active and contemporary, while the rounded geometry keeps it approachable rather than aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, motion-forward sans that stays highly legible through simple construction and rounded geometry. The oblique stance suggests emphasis and speed, while the restrained detailing keeps it versatile for everyday display and functional typography.
Set in text, the slant and wide apertures help maintain clarity, and the rounded-rectangle logic is especially noticeable in C, O, S, and the bowls of b/d/p/q. The design favors smooth continuity over sharp corners, producing a streamlined texture in longer lines.