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Bill Split
Calculator

The easiest way to split bills with friends — add tip, tax and up to 20 people. Use our free split calculator for restaurant meals, group trips, shared utilities or any group expense. No app. No signup. Instant result.

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Bill Split Calculator
Split any bill equally — with tip and tax
🧾 Total Bill Amount Before tip & tax
😊 Tip Percentage No tip selected
0% No tip
10% Standard
15% Good service
18% Great
20% Excellent
Or enter a custom tip %
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🏛️ Tax 0 if already included in bill
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👥 Number of People 2 people
2
2 people20 people
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₹500 each
Per Person
₹1,000
Grand total
₹0
Tip amount
2×
People
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Split tip: Tip is already included in each person's share. Screenshot or share this result on WhatsApp so everyone pays the right amount.
Each person pays

Everything you need to know about splitting bills

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Supports up to 20 people

How the Bill Split Calculator Works

Our split calculator uses a simple formula: it takes your bill, adds tip (bill × tip%) and tax (bill × tax%), then divides the grand total equally by the number of people. Every step is transparent — you can see the subtotal, tip amount and final per-person share. Use the tip quick-select or enter any custom percentage for complete flexibility when you split bills at restaurants, hotels or on group trips.

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10–15% is standard in India

When to Add Tip and How Much

Tipping is optional in India but increasingly appreciated, especially at sit-down restaurants. A 10% tip is standard for good service; 15–20% for exceptional dining experiences. Always check if a service charge is already on the bill — it's usually labelled "Service Charge" or "SC". If it's there, you're not obligated to tip extra. Use this bill split calculator with tip to add the right amount before dividing.

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Ends awkward money conversations

Equal vs Custom Split — Which to Use?

For most group dinners and outings, an equal split is the fairest and least awkward approach — especially when everyone ordered similar amounts. It avoids the painful itemisation of who had the extra drink. For larger groups or big spending differences, use the calculator to get the equal total first, then adjust manually between individuals. This group expense calculator is perfect for restaurant bills, hotel room splits, shared taxis and trip costs.

FAQ

Got questions?
We've got answers.

Everything about splitting bills, tips and group expenses — answered below.

Enter the total bill amount, set the number of people using the slider, and click Split the Bill. The bill split calculator instantly divides the total equally and shows each person's exact amount. You can also add tip and tax before splitting.
Enter the bill amount, then select a tip percentage — 10%, 15%, 18% or 20% — using the quick buttons, or type a custom tip amount. The calculator adds the tip to the bill before splitting. Each person's share automatically includes their portion of the tip.
In India, a 10% tip is considered standard at sit-down restaurants. For fine dining or excellent service, 15–20% is appreciated. At cafes or quick-service restaurants, tipping is optional. Always check if a service charge is already included in the bill before adding a tip using the split calculator.
This calculator does equal splits — the most common use case for group meals. For unequal splits, use this tool to calculate the grand total (bill + tip + tax), then divide that total manually between individuals based on what each person ordered. Apps like Splitwise handle ongoing unequal group expenses well.
Yes. Enter the tax percentage in the Tax field and the calculator adds it to the bill before splitting. Most restaurant bills in India already include GST (typically 5% for restaurants, 18% for fine dining with liquor) — if so, leave the tax field at 0 and just add your tip percentage.
The easiest and most fair method for most groups is to split bills equally — add tip and tax first, then divide by the number of people. Use the WhatsApp share button to send everyone their exact amount. This avoids the awkwardness of itemising each person's order.
Yes — this group expense calculator works for any shared cost: restaurant meals, hotel rooms, shared taxis, group tours and more. Enter any amount and split it between 2 to 20 people instantly. For multi-day trips with many expenses, calculate each bill separately and keep a running total.
Yes — after calculating, tap "Share on WhatsApp" to send everyone the result directly, or "Copy Result" to paste it into any chat. The shared message shows the bill amount, tip, grand total and each person's exact share.