is multiplayer blackjack online actually fun or does it just slow everything down?

Tried a few online multiplayer blackjack tables because someone told me it’s more exciting than playing heads-up against the house. Can’t say I felt it added much except more waiting. Felt like every hand took twice as long because there’s always at least one player stalling or overthinking basic strategy decisions. I get that people like the social aspect, but chat is mostly dead or just spam.

I guess you can pick up on other people's tendencies over time, but it’s nothing like poker where you get an edge by reading your opponents. In blackjack it’s just you versus the cards, so not sure where the long-term value is unless you're super into the group experience. Or maybe I’m missing something about the appeal? For those who play a lot, does multiplayer really make it better, or is it just a gimmick to keep the tables busy?