DibsHow Dibs works
Split a bill by what each person had.
An even split is simple, but it can leave someone paying for somebody else's items. Dibs lets everyone claim their part of a shared expense, then shows the math before it becomes part of the group's balance.
1. Add the expense
Scan a receipt to turn its items and prices into a list, or add a bill by hand when there is no receipt. Manual expenses and bills have unlimited entries on every plan; receipt scans have an allowance on the free plan.
2. Claim and review
Each person marks the items they had. When two people claim the same item, its price is divided between them. Dibs adds tax and tip in proportion to each person's item share, and everyone can check their total before settling.
A shared bill, worked out
| Item | Claimed by | Your share |
|---|---|---|
| Margherita pizza · $24 | Sam | — |
| Beers · $16 | Priya | — |
| Loaded nachos · $12 | You and Priya | $6.00 |
| Garden salad · $8 | You | $8.00 |
Your items total $14 of the $60 subtotal. Your proportional share of the $12 tax and tip is $2.80, so you pay $16.80. An even split between three people would be $24 each.
3. See the running balances
Each group's bills and recorded payments feed into a balance for each person. You can see who owes whom and review the expenses behind the total. Dibs works for meals, shared groceries, trips, and roommate expenses; the group keeps its history as new costs are added.
Common questions
Do I need a receipt for every expense?
No. You can add an expense by hand. Receipt scanning is there when an itemized receipt makes the process faster.
Is there a limit on expenses?
No. Entries are unlimited on every plan. The free allowance applies to receipt scans, not the number of expenses you can add.
Does Dibs transfer money?
No. It calculates and records what people owe; the group settles payments separately and can record them in Dibs to update balances.