Equal. Percentage. Exact. Or later.
Not every expense should be divided the same way. Pick the split type that fits the situation.
Equal
The default. Everyone pays the same amount. Simple, fast, and fair when the expense is truly shared.
Best for
Custom %
Set custom percentages for each person. Ideal for income-based splits where the person who earns more pays a bigger share. Use the built-in Fair Split Calculator to figure out the right percentages — then set them as your group default so every future expense uses them automatically.
Based on income: $90k / $60k
Best for
Exact $
Assign a specific dollar amount to each person. You already know who owes what — just type in the numbers.
Best for
Later
Don't know the split yet? No problem. Log the expense now and assign splits whenever you figure it out. The expense sits in an "unassigned" state until you're ready — no balance impact until you decide.
Best for
Set it once. Forget it.
Each group has a default split type. Set your roommates group to "Custom %" with income-based ratios, and every new expense in that group automatically uses those percentages. No need to pick a split type every time.
Use the Fair Split Calculator to figure out the right percentages based on income, then save them to your group.
Quick reference
| Split Type | How It Works | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Equal | Total ÷ number of people | Shared meals, utilities, Ubers |
| Custom % | Each person pays their percentage | Income-based splits, couples, rent |
| Exact $ | Specific dollar amount per person | Different orders, reimbursements |
| Later | Log now, assign splits later | Deposits, pending headcounts |