Tip Calculator
Calculate tips quickly and easily. Split bills between multiple people, compare different tip percentages, and round up for convenience.
Bill Details
$
%
people
Tip Amount
$17.10
20.0%
Total
$102.60
Per Person (2 people)
Tip
$8.55
Total
$51.30
Tip Comparison
| Tip % | Tip Amount | Total | Per Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $12.83 | $98.33 | $49.16 |
| 18% | $15.39 | $100.89 | $50.45 |
| 20% | $17.10 | $102.60 | $51.30 |
| 22% | $18.81 | $104.31 | $52.16 |
| 25% | $21.38 | $106.88 | $53.44 |
Tipping Guidelines
Restaurant Tipping
- 15%: Adequate service
- 18-20%: Good service (standard)
- 22-25%: Excellent service
- 25%+: Exceptional experience
Other Services
- Delivery: 15-20% or $3-5 minimum
- Bartender: $1-2 per drink or 15-20%
- Hair stylist: 15-20%
- Taxi/Rideshare: 15-20%
Quick Math Tips
- 10%: Move decimal left one place
- 20%: Double the 10%
- 15%: 10% + half of 10%
- 25%: 20% + half of 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
- 15%: Adequate service
- 18-20%: Good service (standard)
- 22-25%: Excellent service
- 25%+: Exceptional experience
Always tip on the pre-tax amount.
How do I calculate tips quickly?
- 10%: Move decimal one place left ($50 → $5)
- 20%: Double the 10% ($5 × 2 = $10)
- 15%: 10% + half of 10% ($5 + $2.50 = $7.50)
- 25%: 20% + half of 10% ($10 + $2.50 = $12.50)
Tipping guide for other services
| Service | Suggested Tip |
|---|---|
| Food delivery | 15-20% or $3-5 minimum |
| Bartender | $1-2 per drink or 15-20% |
| Hair stylist | 15-20% |
| Taxi/Rideshare | 15-20% |
| Hotel housekeeping | $2-5 per night |
| Valet | $2-5 |
| Spa services | 15-20% |
Pre-tax or post-tax?
Traditionally, tip on the pre-tax amount. However, many people tip on the total for convenience. Either is acceptable—tipping on post-tax just results in a slightly higher tip.