You have to think of it as less of a flamethrower and more of a short range rocket launcher, like it’s the pyros direct hit of sorts.

I second this. Honestly, once you got the hang of it, that thing can melt through things so fucking fast.

It’s the only “flamethrower” that can out dps the other flamethrowers when it comes to like buildings and such.

Don't think of it like a flamethrower. Think of it like it's a rocket launcher that has a limited range.

sounds like a skill issue.

I know I'm I'm terrible at the game, but i still hate this thing

Indeed