As a general rule that might be true. But there will be exceptions. I know several people who do remote work and are quite productive while many who do in-person work are absolutely useless.
STUDIES SHOW REMOTE WORKERS ARE LESS PRODUCTIVE. AND THE INSPIRATION FADES.
IF REMOTE WORKERS PERFORMED BETTER OR IF IT SAVED ON BRICK AND MORTAR SO MANY COMPANIES WOULDN'T BE HAVING THEM RETURN.