Tip Calculator
About the Tip
This tip calculator handles the two fiddly dinner maths problems that come up constantly: how much to tip, and how to split the total fairly between a group. Enter the bill amount, pick a tip percentage, and split the bill between however many people are at the table to get a per-person amount, the tip, and the total. Tipping is one of the most confusing travel subjects in the world because the norms differ wildly by country. In the United States and United States 15-20% is standard for sit-down restaurant service, because waitstaff are paid an hourly base that assumes tips. In the UK and most of Europe, a service charge of 10-12% is often already included in the bill, and an additional tip is optional — often rounding up or adding 5-10% for good service. In Japan tipping is not customary at all and can even be considered rude; excellent service is simply the standard. In some countries such as Australia, Australia a tip of the normal 10% is appreciated but not expected. Knowing the local norm avoids the awkwardness of tipping too much or too little. To use the calculator, enter the bill amount, choose your tip percentage, and enter the number of diners you are splitting with. It instantly returns how much the tip is, the total including tip, and the exact amount each person owes. If you want to round each person's share to a tidy figure, simply adjust the total up slightly — nobody minds an extra fifty pence for the sake of a clean transaction. For large groups, watch out for auto-gratuity: many restaurants automatically add 18-20% for parties of six or more, and adding an additional tip on top of that is unnecessary. Check your bill and only tip on top of the auto-gratuity if service went genuinely above and beyond. Use this calculator to keep your share fair and your maths clean.
How to use this tool
- Enter the bill amount (the total cost before tip).
- Choose the tip percentage — 15-20% in the US, less or none in Europe and Asia as the norm requires.
- Enter how many people will split the bill.
- Press Calculate to see the tip, total, and per-person share.
Common uses
- Dining out with friends or a couple who want a fair split
- Deciding what tip is appropriate in an unfamiliar country
- Working out how much to tip a hairdresser, taxi driver, or tour guide
- Avoiding over-tipping when a service charge is already included
Frequently asked questions
How much should I tip?
In the US, 15-20% is standard for sit-down restaurants. In many European countries, a service charge is already included — rounding up or 5-10% is appreciated. In Japan, tipping is not customary.
How do I split a bill with tip?
Calculate the total (bill + tip), then divide by the number of people. This calculator does that for you automatically.
What is auto-gratuity?
Auto-gratuity is a service charge some restaurants add automatically for large groups, typically 18-20% for parties of six or more. Check your bill before tipping on top.
Do I tip in Europe?
In many European countries, a service charge is already included in the bill. If not, a 5-10% tip for good service is appreciated but not expected. In Japan and much of East Asia, tipping is not customary.