Basically what you are saying is that youtube organic reach is dead, which is the same thing as "seo is dead in 2021"...
No, it works if you put effort in it.
AgreedKeep at it for months and you will succeed.
Unfortunately there are channels built around this concept that will outrank you, I checked this for a client and any new products + review would be eaten up by X YouTubers with lots of subscribers and engagement