💵 Tip Calculator
Split bills and calculate tips per person. Free, unlimited, private — works entirely in your browser.
How to use
- Enter the bill amount exactly as shown on your receipt (use the subtotal for standard tipping).
- Set the tip percentage with the slider, quick-pick buttons, or a custom value.
- If splitting the bill, enter the number of people sharing it.
- Read the tip amount, grand total, and per-person share instantly — everything updates live as you type.
FAQ
Is it really free?
Yes — every tool on this site is 100% free with no limits, no signup and no watermarks.
Is my data private?
Absolutely. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to any server.
What tip percentage should I use?
In the US, 15–20% is standard for sit-down restaurants (20% for great service). In much of Europe 5–10% or simply rounding up is normal, since a service charge is often included. In Japan and South Korea tipping can even be refused — when in doubt, follow local custom.
Should the tip be calculated before or after tax?
Etiquette says to tip on the pre-tax subtotal. Most receipts show both figures, so enter the subtotal if you want to follow the standard convention.
How does bill splitting work?
Enter the number of diners and the tool divides the full total (bill + tip) evenly. For uneven orders, run the calculation separately for each person's items.
Does the calculator handle rounding correctly?
Yes. Amounts round to the nearest cent (or your currency's smallest unit), and the per-person figures always sum exactly to the displayed grand total — no missing pennies.
Complete Guide to Tipping and Splitting Bills
Tipping is one of those things everyone does differently, and getting it wrong is socially awkward in both directions. This calculator removes the mental math so you can focus on the meal: enter the bill, pick a percentage, split it if needed, and every figure — tip, total, and per-person share — updates live.
Tipping around the world
- United States and Canada: 15–20% at restaurants, $1–2 per drink at bars, 10–15% for delivery. Service staff often depend on tips as a large part of income.
- Europe: 5–10% is generous; many countries include service in the bill ("service compris" in France). Rounding up the bill is common and appreciated.
- Middle East and South Asia: 10–15% in upscale restaurants; smaller eateries often expect nothing beyond rounding up.
- East Asia: Japan and South Korea generally do not tip — excellent service is considered standard duty.
Splitting the bill fairly
The even split is fastest: total divided by people. It works when everyone ordered roughly the same. For uneven orders, have each person calculate their own items plus tax plus tip separately — the calculator handles each run in seconds. A common middle ground: split shared items (appetizers, bottles) evenly and assign individual mains separately.
Watch for: automatic service charges (common for large parties — do not double-tip unless service was exceptional), tip suggestions printed on receipts (sometimes calculated on the after-tax total, inflating the tip), and delivery app fees, which are not the driver's tip. When in doubt, tip on the pre-tax subtotal and round the per-person share up to a clean number — generosity is never awkward.
Tipping beyond restaurants
- Bars: $1-2 per drink, or 15-20% of the tab for table service.
- Cafes: tip jars are optional - a dollar for a complex custom order is a nice gesture.
- Delivery: 10-15% with a $3-5 minimum; more in bad weather or for large orders.
- Hotels: $2-5 per bag for porters, $2-5 per night for housekeeping, 15-20% for room service.
- Rideshares: 10-20% in the app - drivers rate passengers too.
The math behind the percentages
A quick mental method: 10% is just moving the decimal point (10% of $48.50 = $4.85). Double it for 20% ($9.70). For 15%, take 10% and add half again ($4.85 + $2.43 = $7.28). But mental math at the table is error-prone after a long evening - that is exactly what this calculator is for. Enter the numbers once and every figure is exact, so the only decision left is how generous you feel.