No, it works sometimes, but not every time. Like here while I’m writing this reply, I have to swipe down to close it, same with most apps with a tab bar, you have to use the bar to navigate. Not to mention you have to swipe up to get out of apps. It’s hugely inconsistent when coming from Android.
I know it makes sense sometimes (a bottom sheet slides over, so you slide down to close it) and with time you get used to it, but I still don’t think it’s as intuitive or ergonomic. 😅