Ultimately, no one can tell you which feel is better. Only you can tell when your body is more comfortable and when you feel more in control of the bike. And just sitting on the bike in the shop really means nothing. How far a distance did you ride each? Perhaps you could decide which feel you prefer if you could get out for another, longer test ride on each.

Depending on how much you're willing to spend, there's always the option of getting that comfy Avail and upgrading the shifters.