Slab Square Hibo 10 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP; 'Shemekia' by Areatype; 'Cargan', 'Equip Slab', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; and 'Lev Serif' by TypeFaith Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, confident, athletic, retro, industrial, friendly, impact, sturdiness, legibility, display, blocky, sturdy, compact serifs, soft corners, high impact.
A heavy, block-driven slab serif with broad proportions and a compact, squared-off construction. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and the serifs read as short, bracketless slabs that often end in flat, squared terminals. Counters are generous and fairly round in letters like C, O, and S, while joins and inner corners stay sturdy and slightly softened, helping maintain clarity at large sizes. The lowercase is robust and workmanlike, with single-storey shapes and a solid, even rhythm; figures are similarly bold and open, built to hold their form in dense settings.
Best suited to headlines and display typography where impact and legibility are priorities—posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, packaging fronts, and bold brand marks. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes, especially when you want a sturdy, no-nonsense presence.
The overall tone is assertive and dependable, with a sporty, poster-ready energy. Its chunky slabs and wide stance give it a vintage-industrial flavor that feels at home in signage and bold branding, while the rounded internal shapes keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual impact through broad, uniform strokes and firm slab serifs, balancing industrial sturdiness with readable, rounded counters. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and clear, punchy letterforms for attention-grabbing display use.
In the sample text, the weight and wide set create strong word shapes and a pronounced horizontal emphasis. The font’s squared terminals and compact slabs produce a crisp, stamped look that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.