Hey Zachary,
'so gegen' is mostly used if you speak about time.
When did you meet? - About 13.00 o'clock.
Wann habt ihr euch getroffen? - *So gegen* 13.00 Uhr.
'circa' is can used just as 'so gegen' only by using 'Um'
When did you meet? - About 13.00 o'clock.
Wann habt ihr euch getroffen? - *Um circa* 13.00 Uhr.
Additionally:
You can use 'circa' in any situation in which you are do not need to be specific - You can translate is as 'approximately:
How much money do you earn? - Around 50€
Wie viel Geld hast du verdient? - Circa 50€
I hope this helps!
Best wishes,
Johannes