Tip Calculator: How Much to Tip and How to Split a Bill
Calculate the perfect tip and split a restaurant bill any number of ways. Free tip calculator with quick-select percentages, any currency, and per-person breakdown.
Tip Calculator: How Much to Tip and How to Split a Bill
Whether dining with a large group or just wanting to tip fairly without mental arithmetic, our free tip and bill splitter makes it effortless.
How to use the calculator
- Enter your bill amount
- Select or enter your tip percentage
- Enter the number of people splitting
- Results update instantly as you type
Tipping guidelines by country
South Africa: 10-15% standard, 15-20% for excellent service. Tip in cash where possible as card tips do not always reach the server.
United States: 15-20% standard, 20-25% for excellent service. Tipping is culturally mandatory at restaurants.
United Kingdom: 10-15% common though less expected. Check whether service charge has been added automatically.
Australia: Tipping is optional but appreciated. 10% is a generous tip.
Service quality guide
- Poor or problematic service: 0-5%
- Acceptable service: 10%
- Good service: 15%
- Excellent service: 18-20%
- Outstanding service: 25% or more
Example: Dinner for 6 in Johannesburg
Bill: R1,800 Tip at 15%: R270 Total: R2,070 Per person: R345
Frequently asked questions
Should I tip on the total including tax? In the US it is conventional to tip on the pre-tax amount. In South Africa and UK the bill typically does not show tax separately so tip on the total.
What if the service was genuinely bad? It is acceptable to leave a minimal or no tip for genuinely poor service. If the problem was with the kitchen rather than the server, consider this before reducing the tip.
Is it rude not to tip? This depends on local culture. In the US and South Africa, not tipping at a sit-down restaurant is considered rude. In Japan, tipping is actually considered impolite.
Should I tip on delivery orders? Delivery drivers typically rely on tips as significant income. R10-20 per delivery in South Africa or $2-5 in the US is considerate.
How do I split the bill unequally? Our calculator divides evenly. For unequal splits, use the per-person breakdown and individually adjust based on what each person ordered.