Klim Type Foundry
A digital type foundry.
Overview
Founded by designer Kris Sowersby, Klim Type Foundry is a small, independent foundry with a global reputation for excellence. Klim's typefaces, such as Calibre, Tiempos, and Founders Grotesk, are known for their blend of historical context and contemporary execution. The foundry sells licenses directly through its website and offers free trials for all its fonts, allowing designers to test them thoroughly before buying.
✨ Key Features
- Meticulously crafted, high-quality retail fonts
- Free trials for the entire font library
- In-depth articles and case studies on type design
- Simple, clear licensing for desktop, web, and app
- Highly respected in the design community
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Generous and user-friendly free trial policy
- Strong personal vision and voice of its founder, Kris Sowersby
- Deeply researched and historically informed designs
Unique Value: Offers exceptionally well-crafted typefaces with a distinct point of view, backed by a designer-friendly trial policy that encourages thoughtful typographic choices.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Branding for companies like Airbnb (using Calibre)
- Editorial use in publications globally
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users looking for a large subscription library
- Projects with very limited font budgets
🏆 Alternatives
Like other boutique foundries, it offers a unique, curated catalog. Its key differentiator is its 'try before you buy' model, which is more generous than that of many competitors.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Offers free, fully functional trial fonts for testing.
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