I own both kinds, and I can confirm that - my Egyptian towel is slightly more plush ... Further, it features a terry loop weave. "More cotton terry loops equals more places for water to go ...

Unlike a terry-weave towel, which features tight loops, this style is woven ... or extra-long-staple cotton (such as Pima, Supima or Egyptian cotton) are preferable. “Egyptian's softness is ...

Egyptian cotton is known to be some ... cotton that’s woven in a zero-twist loop. (This type of finish contributes to the overall softness of the towel, as the cotton fibers are looped instead ...