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About Styrene
- Foundry
- Commercial Type
- Classification
- sans-serif
- Style
- geometric
Styrene is a geometric grotesque from Commercial Type, designed by Berton Hasebe. Available in two versions (A and B), it brings a synthetic, industrial character to the geometric sans tradition through hyperextended narrow letters and mechanical construction.
Design Characteristics
Styrene's two versions offer different flavors of the same geometric DNA: Styrene A is more conventional, while Styrene B takes the geometric concept further with exaggerated proportions. Both feature the distinctive mechanical warmth and industrial precision that define the family.
Where Styrene Excels
- Tech branding: Startup identities, product launches, developer marketing
- Editorial: Magazine covers, feature headlines, art direction
- Poster design: Exhibition graphics, concert posters, event branding
- Packaging: Cosmetics, tech products, premium consumer goods
FAQ
What's the difference between Styrene A and Styrene B?
Styrene A is the more conventional version suitable for text and display. Styrene B pushes the geometric concept further with more exaggerated proportions, better suited for display-only use.
Is Styrene on Google Fonts?
No, Styrene is a premium font from Commercial Type and is not available on Google Fonts.
The closest Google Fonts alternative is Space Grotesk with 72% similarity. Get it free on Google Fonts ↗
Free Alternatives (3)
Geometric sans with similar technical character and distinctive details
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How to Use Space Grotesk
Copy these code snippets to quickly add Space Grotesk to your project.
CSS code for Space Grotesk
@import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Space+Grotesk:wght@100..900&display=swap');HTML code for Space Grotesk
<link rel="preconnect" href="https://fonts.googleapis.com">
<link rel="preconnect" href="https://fonts.gstatic.com" crossorigin>
<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Space+Grotesk:wght@100..900&display=swap" rel="stylesheet">Tailwind code for Space Grotesk
// tailwind.config.js
module.exports = {
theme: {
extend: {
fontFamily: {
'space-grotesk': ['"Space Grotesk"', 'sans-serif'],
},
},
},
}
// Usage in HTML:
// <p class="font-space-grotesk">Your text here</p>Next.js code for Space Grotesk
// Using next/font (Next.js 13+)
import { Space_Grotesk } from 'next/font/google';
const space_grotesk = Space_Grotesk({
subsets: ['latin'],
weight: ['100', '200', '300', '400', '500', '600', '700', '800', '900'],
});
export default function Component() {
return (
<p className={space_grotesk.className}>
Your text here
</p>
);
}
// Or using inline styles with Google Fonts link:
// <p style={{ fontFamily: '"Space Grotesk"' }}>Your text</p>Expo and React Native code for Space Grotesk
// Install: npx expo install @expo-google-fonts/space-grotesk expo-font
import { useFonts, Space_Grotesk_400Regular } from '@expo-google-fonts/space-grotesk';
export default function App() {
const [fontsLoaded] = useFonts({
Space_Grotesk_400Regular,
});
if (!fontsLoaded) return null;
return (
<Text style={{ fontFamily: 'Space_Grotesk_400Regular' }}>
Your text here
</Text>
);
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best free alternative to Styrene?
Space Grotesk is the best free alternative to Styrene with a FontAlternatives similarity score of 72%. It shares similar proportions and characteristics while being available under the OFL-1.1 license for both personal and commercial use at no cost.
Is there a free version of Styrene?
There is no official free version of Styrene. However, Space Grotesk is available under the OFL-1.1 open-source license and achieves a FontAlternatives similarity score of 72%. It includes variable weights and supports latin, latin-extended.
What Google Font looks like Styrene?
The Google Fonts most similar to Styrene are Space Grotesk, Work Sans, DM Sans. Among these alternatives, Space Grotesk offers the closest match with a FontAlternatives similarity score of 72% and includes variable weights for flexible typography options.
Can I use Space Grotesk commercially?
Yes, Space Grotesk can be used commercially. It is licensed under OFL-1.1, which allows free use in websites, applications, print materials, and commercial projects without purchasing a license or paying royalties.
Is Space Grotesk similar enough to Styrene?
Space Grotesk achieves a FontAlternatives similarity score of 72% compared to Styrene. While not identical, it offers comparable letterforms, proportions, and visual style. Most designers find it works excellently as a substitute in web and print projects.
What are the main differences between Styrene and its free alternatives?
Free alternatives to Styrene may differ in subtle details like letter spacing, curve refinements, and available weights. Premium fonts typically include more OpenType features, extended language support, and optimized screen rendering. However, for most projects, these differences are negligible.
Where can I download free alternatives to Styrene?
Download Space Grotesk directly from Google Fonts. Click the "Get Font" button on any alternative listed above to visit the official download page. Google Fonts also provides convenient embed codes for seamless web integration.