Tip Calculator — Calculate Tips & Split Bills Easily Free
Calculate tips and split bills easily
Calculate tip amount, total bill, and per-person share. Quick tip buttons (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) and custom percentage support.
About Tip Calculator
A tip calculator determines the gratuity amount and per-person share for a restaurant bill or any service transaction. While the calculation is straightforward, doing it quickly and accurately in a social setting — especially when splitting between multiple people — benefits from an instant digital tool.
Tipping practices vary significantly by country, service type, and context. This calculator provides commonly used percentage presets as quick-select buttons while allowing full customisation. Whether you are working out a 12% tip at a café, an 18% gratuity at a restaurant, or a 25% tip for exceptional service, the calculation is instant.
The bill-splitting feature divides the total (including tip) equally among any number of diners, displaying the exact per-person amount. This eliminates the mental arithmetic and potential social awkwardness of splitting a bill at a table.
Beyond restaurants, tip calculators are used for hotel housekeeping gratuities, taxi and rideshare fares, salon and spa services, delivery drivers, and any service where gratuity is customary. All calculations are performed locally in your browser — no network connection is required once the page is loaded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard tip percentage?
Tipping norms vary by country and service type. In the United States, 15–20% is standard for restaurant service; 10–15% is common in many European countries. Always tip based on service quality and local custom.
How does bill splitting work?
After calculating the total bill including tip, enter the number of people sharing the bill. The tool divides the total equally and displays the per-person amount.
Should I calculate tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Tipping customs vary. In the US, tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is common; in many other countries the total including tax is used. This tool lets you enter either amount.
Can I enter a custom tip percentage?
Yes. In addition to the preset quick-select buttons (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%), you can enter any custom percentage.