Fair Bill Tip & Split Calculator

Split your restaurant bill fairly — down to individual items with tax & tip included.

Add Friends

Add the names of everyone in your group to start assigning items.

Bill Items

Add each bill item you ordered and assign it to friends.

Tax and Tip

Enter tax and tip percentages to apply proportionally based on each person's item subtotal.

Per Person Summary

Quick overview of what each person ordered and owes.

Detailed Results

Totals for each friend including item subtotal, tax, tip, and final balance.

FriendItems SubtotalTax ShareTip ShareTotal Owed

Export & Share

Export the results or share a snapshot of the calculation with others.

How It Works

1. Add Friends: Enter names of everyone splitting the bill.
2. Add Items: Input each menu item and its price.
3. Assign Items: Check who consumed each item (shared items split equally).
4. Set Tax & Tip: Enter percentages—they're applied proportionally to each person's subtotal.
5. View Results: See exactly what each person owes!

Tipping Guide

15% - Adequate service
18-20% - Good service (standard)
22-25% - Excellent service
10% or less - Poor service (consider speaking to management)

FAQ

What is the fairest way to split a restaurant bill?

Add items and assign them to people who consumed them, then proportionally calculate tax and tip based on their item subtotals.

Can I split items between multiple people?

Yes — assign more than one friend to each item and it will be split equally among them.

How does tax and tip get calculated?

Tax and tip percentages are applied proportionally based on each person's share of the subtotal.

What's the difference between splitting a bill evenly and splitting by item?

Splitting a bill evenly divides the total amount (including tax and tip) by the number of people, which is simple but may be unfair when orders vary. Splitting by item lets you assign each ordered item to the person(s) who consumed it before calculating tax and tip, ensuring each person pays exactly for what they ordered.

Should I calculate the tip on the subtotal or the total bill?

Many tipping guides recommend calculating the tip on the subtotal before tax, though some people choose to tip on the total after tax. Including a custom tip percentage lets users decide their preferred method.

How much tip should I leave at a restaurant?

Standard tipping etiquette in the U.S. suggests around 15–20% for good service, with higher percentages for exceptional dining experiences. Tipping expectations vary globally, so using a tip guide section alongside your calculator can help users decide.

Can this tool be used for other shared expenses, not just restaurant bills?

Yes. While optimized for dining bills, you can use the itemized split and tip logic to divide any shared group expenses—like groceries, travel costs, party expenses, or shared purchases—by assigning items or costs to individuals.