About the Tip Calculator
The Tip Calculator is free to use and all calculations run entirely in your browser. Whether you are at a restaurant, hotel, salon or in a taxi, this tool instantly tells you how much to tip, your total bill including the tip, and — if you are splitting the bill — exactly how much each person owes.
How to Calculate a Tip
The calculation is straightforward:
- Tip Amount = Bill × (Tip % ÷ 100)
- Total Bill = Bill + Tip Amount
- Per Person = Total Bill ÷ Number of People
For example, a 15% tip on an €80 bill gives a tip of €12.00, a total of €92.00, and if split between 4 people, each person pays €23.00.
Tipping Customs in the UK and Ireland
In the UK and Ireland, tipping is customary but not legally required. The typical range is 10–15% for restaurant service, rising to 20% for an exceptional experience. Hotels, taxis, hairdressers and food delivery drivers are also commonly tipped. Since 2024, UK law requires employers to pass 100% of tips paid by customers directly to workers — so your tip should reach the staff.
Always check your bill before tipping. Many restaurants add a discretionary service charge of 10–12.5%. You are not obligated to pay it or tip on top of it, though most people do when satisfied with the service.
Tipping Customs in Europe
Tipping norms vary significantly across continental Europe:
- Germany, Austria & Switzerland — rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% is standard.
- France — a service compris charge is legally included in restaurant prices, so additional tipping is optional but appreciated for good service.
- Italy & Spain — leaving small change or rounding up is typical; 10% is generous.
- Scandinavia — tipping is less common and not expected, though appreciated.
- Eastern Europe — 10% is a common guideline in tourist areas.
Service Charge vs. Tip: What Is the Difference?
A service charge is a fee added to your bill by the venue. It may or may not go directly to the waiting staff. A tip (or gratuity) is a voluntary extra payment. If a service charge is already on your bill, you are under no obligation to leave an additional tip. When in doubt, ask the restaurant whether the service charge goes to the staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant? In the UK and Ireland, 10–15% is standard for good service; 20% for exceptional service. In continental Europe, 5–10% or rounding up is typical. In the US, 15–20% is the cultural baseline.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount? In Europe, prices are shown inclusive of VAT, so tip on the displayed total. In the US, it is customary to tip on the pre-tax subtotal, although many people use the full amount for simplicity.
Is a service charge the same as a tip? No. A service charge is added by the restaurant and may or may not go to staff. A tip is a voluntary amount you give directly to your server. If a service charge is already included on your bill, you are not expected to tip on top of it.
How do I split a bill with a tip? Add the tip to the original bill total, then divide by the number of people. This calculator does it for you — enter the bill amount, tip %, and the number of diners to get each person's exact share.
Do I tip on drinks at a restaurant? In the UK and Ireland, tipping on bar drinks is not expected. At sit-down restaurants where drinks are served at the table as part of a meal, it is common to tip on the full bill including drinks.
Is tipping mandatory in the UK? No. Tipping is entirely voluntary in the UK and Ireland. It is a widely observed social custom in restaurants, hotels, taxis and other service settings. Since 2024, UK law requires that all tips paid by customers go directly to workers and cannot be retained by employers.
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