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Core Sans vs Helvetica Now
Core Sans and Helvetica Now are both sans-serif typefaces sharing a neo-grotesque foundation. Where Core Sans leans minimal, Helvetica Now brings elegant. Compare which suits your Corporate project.
Design DNA
Design overlap:50%
Core Sans
Structural
Neo-Grotesque
Visual
ModernMinimal
Helvetica Now
Structural
Neo-Grotesque
Visual
ModernElegant
Highlighted traits are shared between both fonts
Visual Comparison
Core Sans
Premium
Helvetica Now
Premium
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Core Sans | Helvetica Now |
|---|---|---|
| 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, korean | latin, latin-extended, cyrillic, greek |
| Source | S-Core | Monotype |
Best Use Cases
Corporate
Typography for established businesses, enterprise software, and professional ser...
Core Helvetica
Branding
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Core Helvetica
UI Design
Typography optimized for user interfaces, design systems, and digital products. ...
Core Helvetica
Editorial
Typography suited for magazines, newspapers, and long-form content. Editorial fo...
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Which Should You Choose?
Recommended: Core Sans
- minimal design character
- From S-Core
- 2 free alternatives available
Consider: Helvetica Now
- elegant design character
- From Monotype
- 2 free alternatives available
- Broader language support
Free Alternatives to Consider
Free fonts that can replace both Core Sans and Helvetica Now