Which one should I pick? Help Please!!?

I would get the Kona. I have one, but a different make and I like it. For the difference in price I don't think it will be worth your money to buy the more expensive bike, but it depends on what type of riding you are going to do. Also, with the Kona you will be able to buy other parts you may need for it as you mentioned, i.e. helmet, rack, spare tubes, pump, etc.