Should You Always Split the Bill Equally? When 50/50 Isn’t Fair

We all crave simplicity, but sometimes “split it in half” feels less than fair—like when your mate orders champagne and lobster while you’re settling for a salad. So, should you always divvy up costs evenly, or is there a better way?

1. The Pros (and Pitfalls) of Splitting Bills Equally

Splitting equally means no maths, no drama—until someone’s drink tally totally outpaces the group. It works for “let’s just all pay the same,” but not always. Sometimes, splitting it down the middle just doesn’t feel fair.

2. When Itemized Bill Splitting Makes Sense

If orders or group sizes are uneven, itemizing is the friendliest way to dodge money grumbles. With BillBob, it’s a quick snap of the bill and a tap to allocate items and split the extras (like service charge) for total transparency.

3. Handling the Awkward Conversation

Suggest the split upfront: “Shall we let BillBob sort the maths? I just want to pay for what I had.”

4. Hybrid Bill Splits: The Modern Solution

Want the best of both? Split mains equally, then allocate desserts or cocktails by person. BillBob handles every combo, so the only thing you’ll debate is who gets the last chip.

5. Fair ≠ Complex (When You Have the Right Tool)

BillBob makes any split simple, so you don’t have to sweat the maths at the end of the night—and never get stung by “just pay me next time.”