Bill Splitter
The Bill Splitter helps you divide expenses among friends, roommates, or colleagues in seconds. Enter the total bill, add people, choose a tip percentage, and instantly see what each person owes. Split evenly, by custom percentages, or by shares. Whether you are splitting a restaurant check, dividing trip costs, or sharing household bills, this free tool makes settling up fast and fair.
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Enter the Bill Amount
Type in the total bill amount. This is the pre-tip, pre-tax amount from your receipt. The currency can be changed using the selector above the tool.
Add People and Choose a Split Method
Add names for everyone splitting the bill using the people manager. Then choose how to split: evenly, by percentage, or by shares. People carry across all tabs.
Set the Tip and Tax
Use the tip slider or presets to set the tip percentage (0% to 50%). If your bill has tax listed separately, enter the tax amount in the optional tax field.
Review the Breakdown and Settle Up
See each person's share update in real time. Select who paid the bill to view the settlement summary showing the minimum number of payments needed to settle all debts.
Copy and Share the Results
Tap "Copy Summary" to copy a formatted breakdown to your clipboard. Paste it into any messaging app to let everyone know what they owe.
Understanding Bill Splitting
When to Split Evenly
An even split is the simplest and fastest method. It works best when everyone at the table ordered similar items or when the group agrees that exact fairness per item is not necessary. Most friend groups default to even splits for casual meals because the convenience outweighs the small differences in individual orders. If the bill is $120 among 4 people with an 18% tip, each person pays $35.40 — no math debates needed.
Percentage and Shares: Custom Splits
When people ordered very different amounts or when income-based fairness matters, a custom split is more appropriate. The percentage method lets you assign an exact portion of the bill to each person — for example, 60% and 40% between two people when one person ordered significantly more. The shares method is more intuitive for unequal groups: assign 2 shares to each adult and 1 share to each child, and the tool calculates the rest. Both methods distribute tip and tax proportionally, so the split stays fair across the entire amount.
Tips on Tipping
Tipping customs vary widely around the world. In the US, 15% to 20% on the pre-tax amount is standard for sit-down restaurants. Many European countries include a service charge in the bill, and additional tipping is optional. In Japan, tipping can be considered rude. When traveling, research local customs beforehand. This tool supports tip percentages from 0% to 50% and any currency, so it works no matter where you are dining. Remember: tips should always be calculated on the pre-tax subtotal, not on the total including tax.
Minimizing Settlement Payments
When one person pays the full bill and others need to reimburse them, the settlement optimizer in this tool calculates the fewest transactions needed. Without optimization, a group of 5 could require up to 4 individual payments. The algorithm computes net balances and uses greedy matching to reduce this to the minimum. For groups of 3 or fewer, the settlement is usually straightforward — each person who did not pay simply reimburses the payer for their share.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer: This tool is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, tax, investment, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the inputs you provide and may not reflect actual financial outcomes. Always consult a qualified financial professional before making financial decisions.