🍽️ Tip Calculator

Calculate the tip and split the bill between any number of people instantly.

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How much should you tip?

Tipping customs vary significantly around the world. In some countries a tip is expected and even considered part of the service worker's income, while in others it is entirely optional or even unusual. Here is a quick guide to tipping etiquette by country:

Tipping guide by country

Country	Expected tip	Notes
🇺🇸 USA	15–20%	Expected, part of server's income
🇬🇧 UK	10–15%	Common in restaurants, not pubs
🇩🇪 Germany	5–10%	Round up or leave small tip
🇫🇷 France	5–10%	Service charge often included
🇪🇸 Spain	Optional	Round up or leave 5%
🇮🇹 Italy	Optional	Coperto charge usually added
🇯🇵 Japan	None	Tipping considered rude
🇦🇺 Australia	Optional	10% for excellent service
🇨🇦 Canada	15–20%	Similar expectations to USA
🇲🇽 Mexico	10–15%	Expected in tourist areas

How to calculate a tip manually

To calculate a tip without a calculator, there are a few mental math tricks that work well:

10% tip: Move the decimal point one place to the left. On a £48 bill, 10% = £4.80
15% tip: Calculate 10% then add half of that. £48 → £4.80 + £2.40 = £7.20
20% tip: Calculate 10% and double it. £48 → £4.80 × 2 = £9.60
Splitting the bill: Add the tip to the total first, then divide by the number of people

Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?

In the USA it is common to tip on the pre-tax subtotal, though many people tip on the full amount for simplicity. In the UK and Europe, tipping on the total (including VAT) is more common since the tax is already included in the displayed price.

What if a service charge is already included?

Many restaurants — especially in the UK and Europe — add a service charge (typically 10–12.5%) automatically to the bill. Always check your bill before adding an additional tip. In the UK, an optional service charge means you are legally allowed to remove it if the service was unsatisfactory.

Frequently asked questions

How much should I tip at a restaurant?

In the UK, 10–15% is standard for good service. In the USA, 15–20% is the norm. In most of Europe, tipping is optional — rounding up or leaving 5–10% is appreciated but not required.

How do I split the bill with tip included?

Enter the total bill, set your tip percentage and enter the number of people. The calculator automatically adds the tip to the total and divides equally per person.

Should I tip if service charge is included?

Check your bill first. If a service charge is already applied (common in UK restaurants at 10–12.5%), you do not need to add an additional tip unless you want to reward exceptional service.

Is it rude not to tip?

It depends on the country. In the USA and Canada, not tipping is generally considered rude as servers rely on tips for their income. In Japan, tipping can actually be considered offensive. In Europe, it varies — in Spain, France and Italy, not tipping is completely acceptable.

How do I calculate 20% tip quickly?

Calculate 10% of the bill (move the decimal one place left) and double it. For example, on a £65 bill: 10% = £6.50, so 20% = £13.00.