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Basis Grotesque vs GT America
Basis Grotesque and GT America are both sans-serif typefaces sharing a neo-grotesque foundation. The two share 74% design similarity overall. Compare which suits your Editorial project.
Design DNA
Design overlap:50%
Basis Grotesque
GT America
Highlighted traits are shared between both fonts
Visual Comparison
Basis Grotesque
Premium
GT America
Premium
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Basis Grotesque | GT America |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Premium | Premium |
| Classification | sans-serif | sans-serif |
| Variable Font | No | No |
| Weights | Multiple | Multiple |
| Italics | Yes | Yes |
| License | Commercial License Required | Commercial License Required |
| Language Support | latin, latin-extended | latin, latin-extended |
| Source | Colophon Foundry | Grilli Type |
Best Use Cases
Typography suited for magazines, newspapers, and long-form content. Editorial fo...
Fonts that establish strong brand identity with distinctive character and versat...
Typography for fashion brands, style publications, and luxury apparel. Fashion f...
Typography for creative work, artistic projects, and experimental design. Creati...
Typography optimized for user interfaces, design systems, and digital products. ...
Typography for established businesses, enterprise software, and professional ser...
Which Should You Choose?
Recommended: Basis Grotesque
- editorial, elegant design character
- Suited for Fashion and Creative
- From Colophon Foundry
- 2 free alternatives available
Consider: GT America
- Suited for Ui and Corporate
- From Grilli Type
- 2 free alternatives available
Free Alternatives to Consider
Free fonts that can replace both Basis Grotesque and GT America