Even though it may not be considered the best coin in the world right now, Bitcoin has been among the best for decades
I don't get your point. Can you tell me the best coin if it's not bitcoin or are you trying to compare some shitcoins with bitcoin. You need to change your mindset and understand that bitcoin is the best and only coin worth throwing some value into for the future. It has proven to be an hedge to inflation and a long-term store of value. The price of bitcoin increases exponentially overtime due to her great potential and decentralized nature. Don't you see how government, big companies are setting up bitcoin reserve.
Currently, bitcoin is outperforming other asset that has been existing since centuries. Bitcoin investment is what we all need to be in self custody of our funds and save the value for the future because fiat is fucked up. This why it's important to buy and grow your bitcoin investment for 4-10 years and above for the future.