Static mixers are widely used devices for efficient fluid mixing, homogenization, and enhancement of heat transfer, with applications ranging from chemical processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing to wastewater treatment. This review provides a structured overview of mixing processes and the key metrics used to assess mixing quality in static mixers. Conceptual models such as dispersive versus distributive mixing and the classification into macro-, meso-, and micromixing are introduced as a basis for understanding mixing phenomena. Subsequently, a comprehensive set of quantitative measures, including G-value, residence time distribution, intensity of segregation, coefficient of variation, striation-based descriptors, Lyapunov exponent, extensional efficiency, and shear rate, is discussed in detail. Correlations and relationships among these measures are highlighted to facilitate their application in characterizing mixing quality in static mixers. By systematically summarizing the theoretical background, definitions, and interconnections of mixing quality measures, this review aims to provide researchers and engineers with a clear framework for evaluating and comparing mixing quality in static mixers, thereby supporting both academic studies and practical design considerations.