Tip Calculator

What Is a Tip Calculator?

A tip calculator helps you quickly determine the appropriate gratuity for service and split the bill among multiple people. No more awkward mental math at the table or disagreements about who owes what.

Simply enter your bill amount, select a tip percentage, and specify how many people are splitting the check. The calculator instantly shows the tip amount, total bill, and what each person owes.

Whether dining at a restaurant, getting a haircut, or using other tipped services, this tool ensures you tip appropriately and split costs fairly.

How Much Should You Tip?

Tipping customs vary by service and location, but here are general guidelines:

Restaurants typically expect 15-20% for standard service, with 20-25% for exceptional service. Some diners tip 18% as a comfortable middle ground.

Delivery services generally warrant 15-20%, depending on distance, weather conditions, and order complexity.

Hair salons and spas typically expect 15-20% of the service cost.

Ride-sharing services suggest tips of 15-20%, though tipping is optional on these platforms.

Bars and coffee shops often have tip jars; $1-2 per drink or 15-20% of the tab is common.

This calculator lets you quickly calculate any percentage you choose.

How to Use the Tip Calculator

Using the calculator is straightforward:

1. Enter your bill amount before tax. Some people tip on the pre-tax amount, others on the total.

2. Select a preset tip percentage (15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) or use the slider for any amount from 0% to 50%.

3. Adjust the number of people splitting the bill using the plus and minus buttons.

4. View your results: tip per person, total per person, total tip, and total bill.

All calculations update instantly as you adjust any value.

Splitting Bills Fairly

Splitting the bill equally is the simplest approach, but consider these alternatives:

Equal split works best when everyone ordered similar items. The per-person amount includes their share of both the meal and tip.

Itemized split means each person pays for exactly what they ordered. This requires more calculation but is fairer when orders vary significantly.

One person covers the tip while others pay for their food. This works when someone wants to treat the group to tip coverage.

Rounding up per person often simplifies payment and provides a slightly larger tip, benefiting the server.

Benefits of This Calculator

This tip calculator offers several advantages:

Preset percentages let you quickly select common tip amounts with one tap.

Custom slider allows any tip percentage from 0% to 50% for flexibility.

Bill splitting calculates exact per-person amounts for any group size.

Clear breakdown shows tip amount, total bill, and per-person costs at a glance.

Works on any device so you can calculate tips at the table from your phone.

No signup required means instant access whenever you need it.