opinion I'm Torn between these two domain logos? Help?

[LaunchUp.com]

I appreciate the help.

I have two logos I like for my domain name portfolio website.
The first one was done by the designer who helped design most of the logos on the site.
The second logo is by a different designer-I edited the first "e" to make it smaller to fit the header right.

I love both logos, but am torn between choosing one.
I am looking for some sound advice/opinions to make a final decision.
Please explain why too..
Website Here

 

[RogueWriter]

When I look at both those names my first response is, 'what word is that?' In the first logo, I don't see that as an 'e', the dot means there could be an i in there somewhere. In the second, it is a little clearer, but it still could be namoos or namoes, or even names if they think you are just trying to be fancy with an e. Between the two, I would pick the second based on readability. But, and this is just the opinion of a guy that is wrong multiple times a day, I would like to see the name a little more clearly, so that people who see the name only, without a link, or without already being on your page, recognise and remember the domain/business.

 

[STELLAR]

I liked the font of the first one but didnt like how "ee" appears in it. I'd rather go with the second one if these are the only two options.

 

[ealfert]

RogueWriter, you are not wrong... both are confusing but #2 is less confusing. I would start from scratch and create a new logo.

 

[vivaldi]

I agree with most here, both are confusing. If I had to choose it would be nr.2.

 

[LaunchUp.com]

When I look at both those names my first response is, 'what word is that?' In the first logo, I don't see that as an 'e', the dot means there could be an i in there somewhere. In the second, it is a little clearer, but it still could be namoos or namoes, or even names if they think you are just trying to be fancy with an e. Between the two, I would pick the second based on readability. But, and this is just the opinion of a guy that is wrong multiple times a day, I would like to see the name a little more clearly, so that people who see the name only, without a link, or without already being on your page, recognise and remember the domain/business.

I guess I wasted money on these.
I messed with the first one on photoshop to make both ee's simple, since the font is good. Can this work.
It's on the site for preview: Here

If this doesn't work, I have no clue what to do, since i already tried numerous designs(payed). I need some help.

 

[bluebox]

I like the second one better but with e in the right direction:
http://i.imgur.com/ttSaycr.png
Plus wider s

Maybe try service like:
http://www.48hourslogo.com

 

[Name Trader]

I would separate out the 2 e's in the second logo. Not having them cross each other would make them easier to read the proper spelling.