A quick tip calculator for splitting the bill
Working out a tip and dividing a bill fairly between a group is a small but common piece of mental math that's easy to get wrong, especially with an odd number of people or an unfamiliar currency. This calculator handles it instantly — enter the bill, set a tip percentage, and see the total and per-person amount update live as you adjust either one.
How it works
- Enter the bill amount. Type in the total before tip.
- Adjust the tip percentage. Drag the slider to whatever percentage you'd like to leave.
- Set the number of people. The total splits evenly across however many people you enter.
- Read the results. Tip amount, grand total, and per-person share all update instantly.
Tipping guidelines, roughly
Tipping customs vary widely by country and even by type of service, so there's no single universal answer. In the US, 15% is often considered a baseline for adequate table service, with 18–20% common for good service and higher for exceptional service. Many countries in Europe and Asia have little to no tipping expectation at all, or fold a service charge directly into the bill already. When in doubt, it's worth going with local custom rather than a fixed percentage.
Your numbers stay private
Nothing you enter into this calculator is sent anywhere — every calculation runs directly in your browser. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
Splitting a bill fairly when orders differ
An even split works well when everyone ordered roughly the same amount, but it can feel unfair if one person had a starter, dessert, and a couple of drinks while another just had a coffee. In cases like that, some groups prefer to first divide up who owes what for their own items, then use a calculator like this one on just the shared portion — appetizers, a bottle of wine, or a service charge — before adding each person's individual share back on top. There's no universally "correct" approach; it comes down to what feels fair to the group.
Frequently asked questions
+Is this tip calculator really free, with no sign up?
Yes. There's no account and no limit on how many times you can use it.
+How do I split a bill evenly between a group?
Enter the total bill amount, set the tip percentage, and change "Number of people" to however many are splitting it — the per-person amount updates instantly.
+What's a typical tip percentage?
It varies by country and situation, but in the US, 15–20% is common for restaurant table service, with 20% often considered standard for good service. Many other countries have little to no tipping culture at all, so it's worth going with local custom rather than a fixed rule.
+Does the calculator round the per-person amount?
It shows the exact mathematical split to the cent. If you're paying in cash and want a cleaner round number per person, you can adjust the tip percentage slightly until the total divides evenly.
+Is my bill information sent anywhere?
No. Every calculation happens directly in your browser — nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.